Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax S1

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax S1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very comparable but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The GX85 was manufactured 5 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the GX85 scores vs the S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 & Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX85 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX85 offers outer dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX85 against the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX85 and S1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and S1.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX85 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GX85 will provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent GX85 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.