Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GX85

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and GX85 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G2 was manufactured 6 years prior to the GX85 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G2 grades vs the GX85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G2 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G2 versus the GX85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G2 and GX85 is 72 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and GX85.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic GX85 to render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older G2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.