Panasonic G85 vs Pentax H90

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic G85 and Pentax H90, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the G85 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) and the G85 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was brought out 6 years later than the H90 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G85 grades versus the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G85 has got external measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G85 and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G85 vs the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G85 and H90 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and H90.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G85 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G85 will give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer G85 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.