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Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4

Portability
69
Imaging
54
Features
84
Overall
66
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs

Panasonic G85
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600 (Push to 25600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 505g - 128 x 89 x 74mm
  • Revealed September 2016
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-G80
  • New Model is Panasonic G95
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Introduced January 2012
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS3
  • Replacement is Panasonic TS5
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Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS4, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the G85 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the G85 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was introduced 4 years later than the TS4 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G85 scores against the TS4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Panasonic TS4

 G85 TS4 
IntroducedSeptember 2016January 2012Fresher by 57 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic G85

 TS4 G85 

Common features in the Panasonic G85 and Panasonic TS4

 G85 TS4 

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G85 enjoys physical dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G85 versus the TS4.

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G85 and TS4 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G85 and TS4.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G85 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic G85 will result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher G85 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 sensor size comparison

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic G85
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS4
72
manual focus
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
21
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Panasonic G85 Street photography factors
Panasonic TS4 Street photography factors
77
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
boasts focus via touch
weather sealing
very good ISO range (25,600)
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic G85 Sports photography factors
Panasonic TS4 Sports photography factors
64
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
bad battery power (330 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery pack (310 shots)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
max fps very slow (4.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic G85 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Travel photography camera
71
weather sealing
boasts focus via touch
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
bad battery power (330 per charge)
66
good battery pack (310 CIPA)
environment proofing
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic G85 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Landscape photography camera
73
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
does not have anti aliasing filter
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
weather sealing
bad battery power (330 per charge)
41
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
good battery pack (310 shots)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic G85 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Vlogging camera
78
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic port
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing mic jack
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Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic G85 and Panasonic TS4
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
Other name Lumix DMC-G80 Lumix DMC-FT4
Class Advanced Mirrorless Waterproof
Revealed 2016-09-19 2012-01-31
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Four Thirds 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 224.9mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4592 x 3448 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 25600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 49 23
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Available lenses 107 -
Focal length multiplier 2.1 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x -
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1300s
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames per second 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.20 m (at ISO 100) 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 505g (1.11 lb) 197g (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 128 x 89 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 71 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.8 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 656 not tested
Other
Battery life 330 photos 310 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $900 $399