Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax K-1

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax K-1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the LX10 (1") and K-1 (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The LX10 was launched 8 months later than the K-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LX10 grades vs the K-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Pentax K-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX10 features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 has measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax K-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the LX10 against the K-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and K-1 is 88 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and K-1.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX10 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher LX10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.