Panasonic G85 vs Pentax K20D

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic G85 and Pentax K20D, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the K20D (15MP) is relatively well matched but the G85 (Four Thirds) and K20D (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was launched 8 years after the K20D which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G85 scores versus the K20D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 & Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery & Pentax K20D Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G85 offers physical measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G85 and Pentax K20D in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G85 and the K20D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and K20D is 69 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G85 and K20D.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G85 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic G85 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher G85 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.