Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic GM5 and Pentax K-50, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The GM5 was manufactured 10 months after the K-50 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GM5 scores versus the K-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the GM5 and the K-50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and K-50 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and K-50.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The GM5 features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The more recent GM5 provides an advantage in sensor tech.