Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic GH4

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic G85 and Panasonic GH4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G85 was manufactured 2 years after the GH4 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G85 matches up against the GH4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G85 comes with outside measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has specifications of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G85 and Panasonic GH4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G85 vs the GH4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G85 and GH4 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and GH4.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher G85 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.