Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax K-01

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax K-01, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is relatively close but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX85 was unveiled 3 years after the K-01 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GX85 grades versus the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 & Pentax K-01. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX85 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GX85 against the K-01.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and K-01 is 83 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX85 and K-01.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GX85 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The fresher GX85 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.