Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K-1 II

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax K-1 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The GM5 was introduced 4 years earlier than the K-1 II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GM5 matches up vs the K-1 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM5 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax K-1 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GM5 compared to the K-1 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and K-1 II is 91 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and K-1 II.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM5 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-1 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GM5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.