Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax E85

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic GX1 versus Pentax E85, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and E85 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was introduced 2 years later than the E85 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GX1 matches up against the E85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 offers outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX1 versus Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the GX1 compared to the E85.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and E85 is 87 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and E85.

To sum up, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX1 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GX1 will give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GX1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.