Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K-x

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K-x, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is pretty well matched but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF3 was announced 20 months after the K-x which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GF3 matches up vs the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF3 features external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has measurements 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GF3 versus the K-x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF3 and K-x is 90 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and K-x.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GF3 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The more modern GF3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.