Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax K-5

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic GX1 versus Pentax K-5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and K-5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was released 15 months after the K-5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX1 matches up against the K-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Pentax K-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX1 versus Pentax K-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GX1 vs the K-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and K-5 is 87 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and K-5.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GX1 offers the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more recent GX1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.