Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax K-3 II

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX85 versus Pentax K-3 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GX85 (16MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the GX85 (Four Thirds) and K-3 II (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX85 was announced 12 months later than the K-3 II so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GX85 matches up against the K-3 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 has external measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has specifications of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX85 versus Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX85 and the K-3 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and K-3 II is 83 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX85 and K-3 II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX85 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax K-3 II will show extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GX85 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.