Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-1 II

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-1 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF7 was introduced 4 years prior to the K-1 II which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GF7 scores versus the K-1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF7 has external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 II has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-1 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GF7 vs the K-1 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and K-1 II is 90 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF7 and K-1 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF7 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-1 II will offer you greater detail using its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged GF7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.