Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax K-500

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax K-500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is relatively close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF6 was revealed 7 months prior to the K-500 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GF6 grades against the K-500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax K-500. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 features physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax K-500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GF6 vs the K-500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and K-500 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF6 and K-500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GF6 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The more aged GF6 will be behind in sensor tech.