Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-1

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic LX7 versus Pentax K-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and K-1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was announced 4 years before the K-1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the LX7 scores versus the K-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX7 has physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the LX7 vs the K-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and K-1 is 86 and 55 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and K-1.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX7 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-1 will give extra detail with its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older LX7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.