Panasonic S5 vs Pentax K-50

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax K-50, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and K-50 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was launched 6 years after the K-50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S5 matches up against the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 enjoys outer dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S5 versus the K-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and K-50 is 60 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and K-50.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.