Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K-500

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax K-500, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty close but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The GM5 was introduced 10 months after the K-500 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GM5 matches up vs the K-500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 has outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GM5 vs the K-500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM5 and K-500 is 91 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and K-500.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GM5 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The newer GM5 will have an edge in sensor technology.