Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-50

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-50, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was unveiled 15 months later than the K-50 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GF7 matches up against the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 comes with outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax K-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the GF7 versus the K-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and K-50 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and K-50.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF7 has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh tougher. The newer GF7 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.