Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K110D

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax K110D, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and K110D (6MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and K110D (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX7 was released 6 years after the K110D which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the LX7 matches up against the K110D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Pentax K110D. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX7 enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Pentax K110D has measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax K110D in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the LX7 against the K110D.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and K110D is 86 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and K110D.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX7 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic LX7 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer LX7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.