Panasonic GX850 vs Pentax K100D

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic GX850 versus Pentax K100D, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX850 (16MP) and K100D (6MP) and the GX850 (Four Thirds) and K100D (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX850 was unveiled 10 years after the K100D which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GX850 scores against the K100D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Pentax K100D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX850 has physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D has dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX850 versus Pentax K100D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the GX850 and the K100D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX850 and K100D is 90 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX850 and K100D.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX850 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GX850 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent GX850 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.