Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax K100D S

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic GH5 and Pentax K100D S, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the GH5 (20MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the GH5 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The GH5 was brought out 9 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GH5 scores vs the K100D S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 and Pentax K100D Super. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH5 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5 features external dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has specifications of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH5 and Pentax K100D S 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 utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GH5 and the K100D S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 and K100D S is 59 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5 and K100D S.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH5 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GH5 will provide extra detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent GH5 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.