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Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S

Portability
91
Imaging
53
Features
62
Overall
56
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 front
 
Pentax K100D Super front
Portability
65
Imaging
45
Features
38
Overall
42

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs

Panasonic GM5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
  • Introduced September 2014
  • Previous Model is Panasonic GM1
Pentax K100D S
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
  • Announced June 2007
  • Old Model is Pentax K100D
  • Replacement is Pentax K200D
Photography Glossary

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Pentax K100D S

 GM5 K100D S 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014June 2007More modern by 88 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k210kCrisper display (+711k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Panasonic GM5

 K100D S GM5 

Common features in the Panasonic GM5 and Pentax K100D S

 GM5 K100D S 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S size comparison

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

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S top view buttons comparison

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison

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.

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S sensor size comparison

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic GM5 Portrait photography features
Pentax K100D S Portrait photography features
71
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes face detection focus
exports RAW formats
51
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic GM5
Street photography with Pentax K100D S
76
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
comes with touch focus
lighter than competition (211 grams)
above average ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
64
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic GM5
Sports photography with Pentax K100D S
48
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/500 seconds)
slow fps (5.8 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (220 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
47
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
no liveview
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
low MP (6MP)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic GM5 Travel photography highlights
Pentax K100D S Travel photography highlights
71
lighter than competition (211g)
comes with touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
low battery power (220 CIPA)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
45
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
low MP (6 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic GM5 Landscape photography features
Pentax K100D S Landscape photography features
69
focusing manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
decent sized screen (3")
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (220 shots)
52
focusing manually
switch lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2.5")
no liveview
low MP (6MP)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic GM5 Vlogging features
Pentax K100D S Vlogging features
34
touchscreen capability
includes face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (211 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have external mic socket
9
lack of video recording
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Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic GM5 and Pentax K100D S
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5Pentax K100D Super
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 Pentax K100D Super
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2014-09-15 2007-06-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Four Thirds APS-C
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4592 x 3448 3008 x 2008
Maximum native ISO 25600 3200
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 23 11
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Pentax KAF2
Amount of lenses 107 151
Crop factor 2.1 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.5"
Display resolution 921k dots 210k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder resolution 1,166k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.46x 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/500 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/16000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 5.8fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4, AVCHD -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 211 gr (0.47 lbs) 646 gr (1.42 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 66 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.1 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.7 not tested
DXO Low light score 721 not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photographs -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model DMW-BLH7 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $966 $520