Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax W60

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic GX85 versus Pentax W60, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX85 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) and the GX85 (Four Thirds) and W60 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The GX85 was introduced 6 years after the W60 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GX85 scores vs the W60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX85 features external 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 W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX85 versus Pentax W60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GX85 against the W60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX85 and W60 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and W60.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX85 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX85 will give more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher GX85 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.