Panasonic L1 vs Pentax KP

Below is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic L1 versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and KP (24MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was released 10 years before the KP and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L1 grades versus the KP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 & Pentax KP. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 offers physical dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Pentax KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L1 and the KP.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L1 and KP is 65 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L1 and KP.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L1 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax KP will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 17MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older L1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.