Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax RS1500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is pretty close but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and RS1500 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was launched 3 years later than the RS1500 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the GF7 scores versus the RS1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 has got physical 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 RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF7 versus the RS1500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF7 and RS1500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and RS1500.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF7 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF7 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher GF7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.