Panasonic G1 vs Pentax K-70

Let's look closer at the Panasonic G1 vs Pentax K-70, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and K-70 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was revealed 8 years prior to the K-70 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the G1 grades against the K-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Pentax K-70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G1 vs Pentax K-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 and the K-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and K-70 is 82 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 and K-70.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G1 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Pentax K-70 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The older G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.