Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Successor is Panasonic GX7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Released January 2012
Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Pentax VS20
GX1 | VS20 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Panasonic GX1
VS20 | GX1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GX1 and Pentax VS20
GX1 | VS20 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2012 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-14 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 318 grams (0.70 pounds) | 235 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 703 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $228 | $106 |