Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II
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Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Released June 2020
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF4 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Previous Model is Pentax K-1
Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic G100 versus Pentax K-1 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G100 was manufactured 2 years after the K-1 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G100 scores vs the K-1 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Pentax K-1 II
G100 | K-1 II | |||
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Introduced | June 2020 | February 2018 | Newer by 29 months | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 1037k | Sharper display (+803k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Panasonic G100
K-1 II | G100 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Pentax K-1 II
G100 | K-1 II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic G100 versus Pentax K-1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G100 versus the K-1 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and K-1 II is 81 and 55 respectively.
Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and K-1 II.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G100 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax K-1 II will provide greater detail due to its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Pentax K-1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Pentax K-1 Mark II |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2020-06-24 | 2018-02-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 36MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 819200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 33 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF4 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,840k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 4.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x1920 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352g (0.78 lbs) | 1010g (2.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | 670 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Retail pricing | $698 | $1,737 |