Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K-500

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K-500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the G6 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The G6 was introduced 7 months earlier than the K-500 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G6 scores versus the K-500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G6 and the K-500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and K-500 is 74 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G6 and K-500.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G6 contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The older G6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.