Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-7

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax K-7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly similar but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The GM1 was released 4 years after the K-7 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the GM1 matches up against the K-7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Pentax K-7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax K-7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GM1 and the K-7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and K-7 is 93 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and K-7.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM1 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GM1 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer GM1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.