Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax K-S2

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The GX7 was manufactured 15 months earlier than the K-S2 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GX7 scores versus the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX7 provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax K-S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GX7 and the K-S2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX7 and K-S2 is 81 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and K-S2.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX7 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged GX7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.