Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D
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Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF2
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Released June 2008
- Replaced the Pentax K10D
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax K20D, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly well matched but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and K20D (APS-C) boast different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe GF1 was introduced 16 months after the K20D making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the GF1 scores vs the K20D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Pentax K20D. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Pentax K20D
GF1 | K20D | |||
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Released | October 2009 | June 2008 | More modern by 16 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Panasonic GF1
K20D | GF1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax K20D
GF1 | K20D | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF1 offers external measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax K20D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GF1 versus the K20D.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and K20D is 85 and 59 respectively.
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF1 and K20D.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Pentax K20D will give you extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer GF1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Pentax K20D |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2009-10-14 | 2008-06-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 385g (0.85 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 513 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $400 | $700 |