Panasonic G85 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G85 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly close but the G85 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was revealed 3 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the G85 scores versus the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G85 offers outside 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 Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G85 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G85 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and Galaxy NX is 69 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G85 and Galaxy NX.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G85 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger G85 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.