Panasonic G10 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic G10 vs Pentax K-7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly similar but the G10 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The G10 was revealed 11 months after the K-7 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G10 matches up versus the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Pentax K-7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G10 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G10 vs Pentax K-7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G10 against the K-7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and K-7 is 72 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G10 and K-7.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G10 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-7 will offer you more detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger G10 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.