Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic GX85

Below is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic GX85, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-320 was released 5 years before the GX85 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-320 grades versus the GX85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic GX85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-320 compared to the GX85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and GX85 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-320 and GX85.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-320 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX85 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older TG-320 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.