Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax K-7

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax K-7, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is relatively close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 was brought out 5 years later than the K-7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the LX100 matches up versus the K-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 features external measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the LX100 versus the K-7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 and K-7 is 83 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 and K-7.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-7 will provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern LX100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.