Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX85

Following is a extensive review of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX85, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is very similar but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 5 years before the GX85 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the GX85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has sizing of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the GX85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and GX85 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and GX85.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizes. The SZ-31MR iHS uses the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.