Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GX85

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH2 versus Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The GH2 was announced 6 years before the GX85 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the GH2 matches up vs the GX85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH2 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH2 versus Panasonic GX85 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GH2 vs the GX85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH2 and GX85 is 70 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and GX85.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged GH2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.