Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Released December 2013
- Newer Model is Panasonic GM5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed December 2009
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax K-x, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GM1 was revealed 4 years later than the K-x and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GM1 matches up versus the K-x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Pentax K-x
GM1 | K-x | |||
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Revealed | December 2013 | December 2009 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Clearer display (+806k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic GM1
K-x | GM1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GM1 and Pentax K-x
GM1 | K-x | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Check the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GM1 compared to the K-x.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GM1 and K-x.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GM1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM1 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger GM1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Pentax K-x |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-12-19 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,036k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500s | 1/6000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/50s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 lb) | 580 grams (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 660 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 1900 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $750 | $600 |