Panasonic GX850 vs Pentax K-5

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic GX850 versus Pentax K-5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is relatively similar but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and K-5 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX850 was introduced 6 years later than the K-5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GX850 scores versus the K-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Pentax K-5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX850 features physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GX850 and the K-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX850 and K-5 is 90 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX850 and K-5.

All in all, both cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX850 has the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The newer GX850 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.