Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax MX-1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax MX-1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and MX-1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX8 was unveiled 2 years later than the MX-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX8 scores against the MX-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 & Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX8 features outside measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX8 vs Pentax MX-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX8 against the MX-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and MX-1 is 74 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX8 and MX-1.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX8 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX8 will result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer GX8 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.