Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax Q

Below is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax Q, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX85 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the GX85 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX85 was unveiled 4 years later than the Q and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX85 grades vs the Q with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 has exterior dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax Q in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GX85 against the Q.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and Q is 83 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and Q.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX85 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX85 will offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GX85 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.