Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax K-500

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax K-500, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX85 was introduced 2 years after the K-500 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GX85 grades versus the K-500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 provides physical dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Pentax K-500 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GX85 and the K-500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and K-500 is 83 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX85 and K-500.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GX85 features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF trickier. The newer GX85 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.