Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax K-50

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax K-50, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is fairly close but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The GX7 was unveiled at a similar time to the K-50 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX7 matches up vs the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 & Pentax K-50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX7 enjoys outer dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax K-50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GX7 against the K-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and K-50 is 81 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX7 and K-50.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The GX7 provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF harder.