Panasonic G85 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G85 and Sony HX400V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty comparable but the G85 (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The G85 was released 2 years after the HX400V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G85 scores vs the HX400V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G85 comes with outside dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G85 and Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the G85 vs the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and HX400V is 69 and 62 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G85 and HX400V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G85 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX400V will provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G85 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.