Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax K-1 II

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax K-1 II, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and K-1 II (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The LF1 was unveiled 5 years prior to the K-1 II and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the LF1 grades vs the K-1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax K-1 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LF1 vs the K-1 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and K-1 II is 92 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LF1 and K-1 II.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-1 II will provide more detail having an extra 24MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older LF1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.