Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic ZS50

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic ZS50, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the G85 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) and the G85 (Four Thirds) and ZS50 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was revealed 21 months later than the ZS50 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the G85 matches up versus the ZS50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G85 comes with physical measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G85 vs the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and ZS50 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and ZS50.

Plainly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G85 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic G85 will offer greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher G85 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.