Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax WG-1

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax WG-1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The GX85 was revealed 5 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GX85 grades versus the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX85 offers outside 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) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GX85 compared to the WG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and WG-1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX85 and WG-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX85 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX85 will resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger GX85 provides an advantage in sensor technology.