Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax K-7

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax K-7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is very similar but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was manufactured 17 months later than the K-7 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the GF2 grades vs the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 features outer dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GF2 against the K-7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and K-7 is 88 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and K-7.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF2 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-7 will offer greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger GF2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.