Panasonic GX850 vs Pentax MX-1

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic GX850 versus Pentax MX-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the GX850 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the GX850 (Four Thirds) and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX850 was released 3 years later than the MX-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GX850 scores versus the MX-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX850 features outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GX850 against the MX-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX850 and MX-1 is 90 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX850 and MX-1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX850 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GX850 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer GX850 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.