Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP
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Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Released January 2017
- Superseded the Panasonic GH4
- Renewed by Panasonic GH5 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic GH5 versus Pentax KP, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GH5 (20MP) and the KP (24MP) is relatively comparable but the GH5 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) use different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GH5 was released within a month of the KP which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the GH5 scores vs the KP for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Pentax KP
GH5 | KP | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 921k | Clearer screen (+699k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Panasonic GH5
KP | GH5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GH5 and Pentax KP
GH5 | KP | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | January 2017 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5 features physical dimensions 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 KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GH5 versus Pentax KP in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GH5 and the KP.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 and KP is 59 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5 and KP.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GH5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax KP will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax KP Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Pentax KP |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2017-01-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 819200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 27 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/24000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 725g (1.60 pounds) | 703g (1.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 807 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 390 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch pricing | $1,298 | $747 |