Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax K20D

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX100 and Pentax K20D, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the K20D (15MP) is pretty close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and K20D (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 was brought out 6 years after the K20D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the LX100 matches up against the K20D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Pentax K20D. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 provides outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 and Pentax K20D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the LX100 against the K20D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 and K20D is 83 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 and K20D.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX100 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K20D will render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer LX100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.