Canon RP vs Panasonic G85

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon RP versus Panasonic G85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the RP (26MP) and G85 (16MP) and the RP (Full frame) and G85 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The RP was unveiled 2 years after the G85 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the RP matches up against the G85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The full galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery & Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon RP comes with external measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the RP and the G85.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the RP and G85 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RP and G85.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The RP using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon RP will give you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern RP should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.