Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax K-7

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX8 versus Pentax K-7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and K-7 (15MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX8 was unveiled 5 years later than the K-7 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX8 grades against the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Pentax K-7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GX8 has exterior dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX8 versus Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GX8 against the K-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and K-7 is 74 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX8 and K-7.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX8 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GX8 will give you extra detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger GX8 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.