Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly close but the G85 (Four Thirds) and TS5 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was brought out 3 years after the TS5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the G85 matches up against the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G85 has got outside dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the G85 and the TS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G85 and TS5 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G85 and TS5.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The G85 comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The fresher G85 will have a benefit in sensor tech.