Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty close but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and VS20 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX1 was unveiled at a similar time to the VS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GX1 grades versus the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GX1 against the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and VS20 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and VS20.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX1 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier.