Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GX85

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The G6 was introduced 3 years earlier than the GX85 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G6 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 quick highlight of how the G6 matches up against the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G6 comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 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).

Examine the Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the G6 vs the GX85.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and GX85 is 74 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G6 and GX85.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older G6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.