Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic G85

The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic G85, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the G85 (16MP) is pretty similar but the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and G85 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 24 months earlier than the G85 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX60 HS scores against the G85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS features physical dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic G85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX60 HS versus the G85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and G85 is 61 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and G85.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The SX60 HS uses the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh tougher. The more aged SX60 HS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.