Pentax K-1 II vs Panasonic G100

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Pentax K-1 II vs Panasonic G100

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35mm 861.6mm²
36.4 megapixels
ISO 100 - 819,200

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What’s the bottom line? Read our Pentax K-1 II conclusion.

4/3 224.9mm²
20.3 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Pentax K-1 II advantages over Panasonic G100

Larger sensor
35mm vs 4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Bigger pixels
~ 4.88 vs 3.34 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
High resolution composite
Yes vs No
Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
More telephoto lens reach
105 mm vs 64 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
Top deck display
Yes vs No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
More pixels
36.4 vs 20.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Yes vs No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Optional anti-aliasing filter
Optional vs None
Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
Higher extended ISO
819200 vs 25600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic G100 advantages over Pentax K-1 II

Less expensive
$598 vs $1997
Save money for lenses or accessories
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
54 mm vs 85 mm
Thinner
Newer
4 years vs 7 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More dots on screen
1840k vs 1037k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Wider angle kit lens
24 mm vs 28 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens
Longer exposure
60 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance

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Review Excerpt

Excellent build and comfortable handling; Bright, roomy viewfinder and articulated LCD; Great image quality; Good performance for the class; In-camera stabilization, GPS and Wi-Fi; Incredibly feature-rich design.
Bulkier than APS-C DSLRs; Top ISOs are for the spec sheet, not the real world; JPEGs are a bit punchy by default; Slow startup; Below-average battery life; Only a relatively modest update to the K-1.
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The Competition

Compared to Pentax K-1

Pentax K-1 II

Pentax K-1

$1747
35mm

Higher extended ISO

$1800
35mm

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K-1

Panasonic G100

Pentax K-1

$599
4/3

Tilt-swivel screen
Shoot 4K video

$1800
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Pentax K-1

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Pentax K-1 II

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2249
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Panasonic G100

Canon 5D Mark IV

$599
4/3

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$2249
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

$1747
35mm

In-Camera Image Stabilization
High resolution composite

$2464
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Nikon D850

Panasonic G100

Nikon D850

$599
4/3

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$2464
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Nikon D850

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Pentax K-1 II

Olympus E-M5 III

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$924
4/3

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Olympus E-M5 III

Panasonic G100

Olympus E-M5 III

$599
4/3

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

$924
4/3

In-Camera Image Stabilization
High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M5 III

Compared to Olympus E-M10 IV

Pentax K-1 II

Olympus E-M10 IV

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$666
4/3

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Panasonic G100

Olympus E-M10 IV

$599
4/3

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$666
4/3

In-Camera Image Stabilization
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

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