Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax K-30

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic GF6 versus Pentax K-30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and K-30 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The GF6 was revealed 6 months later than the K-30 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GF6 grades vs the K-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax K-30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF6 versus Pentax K-30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GF6 vs the K-30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and K-30 is 87 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and K-30.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The GF6 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher.