Panasonic G7 vs Pentax K-500

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic G7 and Pentax K-500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the G7 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G7 was manufactured 18 months later than the K-500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G7 scores against the K-500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Pentax K-500. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 has got outside dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G7 and Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G7 versus the K-500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and K-500 is 71 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and K-500.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G7 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF harder. The more recent G7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.