Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax E85

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax E85, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and E85 (12MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and E85 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX9 was introduced 8 years later than the E85 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GX9 grades against the E85 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax E85 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GX9 vs the E85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and E85 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and E85.

All in all, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX9 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX9 will offer you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger GX9 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.