Panasonic G7 vs Pentax K-01

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax K-01, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the G7 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The G7 was manufactured 3 years after the K-01 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G7 scores vs the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax K-01 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 have at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 compared to the K-01.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 and K-01 is 71 and 76 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and K-01.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The G7 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The more recent G7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.