Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax K-1

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GH5S and Pentax K-1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and K-1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GH5S was announced 24 months later than the K-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GH5S matches up against the K-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH5S features outer measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH5S and Pentax K-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GH5S against the K-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and K-1 is 62 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and K-1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH5S having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-1 will give you greater detail with its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GH5S will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.