Nikon D90 vs Panasonic GX85

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon D90 vs Panasonic GX85, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the D90 (12MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the D90 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The D90 was launched 8 years prior to the GX85 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon D90 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the D90 grades versus the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D90 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D90 provides external dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D90 vs Panasonic GX85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the D90 vs the GX85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D90 and GX85 is 60 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D90 and GX85.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D90 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX85 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged D90 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.