Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax KP

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax KP, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and KP (24MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF2 was announced 7 years prior to the KP which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GF2 scores against the KP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax KP. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GF2 compared to the KP.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and KP is 88 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and KP.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax KP will offer extra detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged GF2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.