Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax K-50, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The GX1 was manufactured 21 months before the K-50 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX1 grades versus the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX1 offers physical dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GX1 and the K-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and K-50 is 87 and 63 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and K-50.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The GX1 contains the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged GX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.