Panasonic GH1 vs Pentax K100D S

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic GH1 versus Pentax K100D S, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The GH1 was announced 2 years after the K100D S which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GH1 scores vs the K100D S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH1 has external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH1 versus Pentax K100D S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GH1 versus the K100D S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH1 and K100D S is 81 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH1 and K100D S.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GH1 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GH1 will offer greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher GH1 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.