Pentax K-S2 vs Sony G3

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax K-S2 vs Sony G3, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and G3 (10MP) and the K-S2 (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The K-S2 was released 6 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the K-S2 scores versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-S2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-S2 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S2 has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the K-S2 and the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and G3 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-S2 and G3.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-S2 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-S2 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer K-S2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.