Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GX85

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic GX85, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly similar but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The FZ100 was brought out 6 years earlier than the GX85 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ100 scores against the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 provides external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has specifications of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic GX85 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 and the GX85.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and GX85 is 67 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and GX85.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ100 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX85 will offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.