Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GM5 was released 7 years after the K100D S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the GM5 grades against the K100D S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GM5 against the K100D S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and K100D S is 91 and 65 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM5 and K100D S.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GM5 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent GM5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.