Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K-7

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax K-7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is pretty similar but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The GM5 was announced 5 years later than the K-7 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GM5 scores vs the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM5 has got external 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) whilst the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the GM5 compared to the K-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM5 and K-7 is 91 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and K-7.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GM5 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will offer extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher GM5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.