Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax KP

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax KP, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and KP (24MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The GM5 was introduced 3 years before the KP which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GM5 scores versus the KP when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Pentax KP. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM5 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax KP in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the GM5 versus the KP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM5 and KP is 91 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and KP.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GM5 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax KP will render more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged GM5 will be behind in sensor innovation.