Panasonic G7 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax K-x, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 was brought out 5 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G7 matches up against the K-x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 provides external measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G7 and the K-x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and K-x is 71 and 69 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and K-x.

All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G7 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G7 will show more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.