Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic GX85

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic G5 and Panasonic GX85, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G5 was launched 4 years before the GX85 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the G5 grades versus the GX85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G5 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has specifications of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G5 against the GX85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and GX85 is 74 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and GX85.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged G5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.