Panasonic G95 vs Pentax K-x

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic G95 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the G95 (20.3MP) and K-x (12MP) and the G95 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The G95 was revealed 9 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G95 grades against the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G95 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G95 enjoys outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G95 versus the K-x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G95 and K-x is 67 and 69 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G95 and K-x.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G95 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G95 will provide extra detail because of its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer G95 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.