Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K110D

Following is a extensive review of the Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K110D, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and K110D (6MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and K110D (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GM1 was announced 7 years after the K110D which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the GM1 grades vs the K110D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Pentax K110D. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Pentax K110D Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax K110D has dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K110D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GM1 vs the K110D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and K110D is 93 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and K110D.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GM1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GM1 will offer you extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GM1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.