Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax K-01

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX7 was released 18 months later than the K-01 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the GX7 matches up vs the K-01 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX7 comes with exterior dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GX7 and the K-01.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and K-01 is 81 and 76 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and K-01.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The GX7 features the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging. The younger GX7 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.