Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic GF2 versus Pentax K-x, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very similar but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The GF2 was introduced 15 months after the K-x making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GF2 matches up versus the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 provides outside measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF2 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the GF2 compared to the K-x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and K-x is 88 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and K-x.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The GF2 includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The younger GF2 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.