Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty close but the G85 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The G85 was unveiled 6 years later than the TS2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G85 scores versus the TS2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G85 features external measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G85 and the TS2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G85 and TS2 is 69 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G85 and TS2.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G85 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G85 will result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern G85 should have a benefit in sensor technology.