Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic TS6

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS6, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly close but the G85 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G85 was revealed 21 months later than the TS6 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G85 scores against the TS6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G85 comes with outer measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G85 versus the TS6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and TS6 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and TS6.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The G85 features the larger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The younger G85 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.