Panasonic G85 vs Sony H55

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic G85 versus Sony H55, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very well matched but the G85 (Four Thirds) and H55 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was released 6 years later than the H55 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G85 scores versus the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G85 features external measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G85 versus Sony H55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G85 versus the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G85 and H55 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and H55.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G85 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G85 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer G85 provides an edge in sensor tech.