Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax K-1 II

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GX9 and Pentax K-1 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was released at a similar time to the K-1 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GX9 grades against the K-1 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Pentax K-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX9 features external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 II has measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

See the Panasonic GX9 and Pentax K-1 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GX9 and the K-1 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and K-1 II is 82 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and K-1 II.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX9 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-1 II will give more detail as a result of its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.