Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax K100D S

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax K100D S, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The GX8 was released 8 years after the K100D S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the GX8 grades vs the K100D S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") having a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GX8 against the K100D S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and K100D S is 74 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX8 and K100D S.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX8 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX8 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern GX8 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.