Panasonic S5 II vs Panasonic G85

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic S5 II versus Panasonic G85, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S5 II (24MP) and G85 (16MP) and the S5 II (Full frame) and G85 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The S5 II was announced 6 years later than the G85 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S5 II matches up versus the G85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 II offers outer measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Panasonic G85 has specifications of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S5 II versus Panasonic G85 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S5 II versus the G85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II and G85 is 59 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 II and G85.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S5 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S5 II will resolve greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent S5 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.