Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GH5 and Pentax K-7, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the GH5 (20MP) and K-7 (15MP) and the GH5 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The GH5 was revealed 7 years later than the K-7 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GH5 scores vs the K-7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 & Pentax K-7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH5 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5 comes with exterior measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GH5 compared to the K-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 and K-7 is 59 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5 and K-7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GH5 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GH5 will render greater detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher GH5 provides a benefit in sensor technology.