Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic GX850

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic GX850, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GX85 was released 9 months before the GX850 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GX85 scores against the GX850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX85 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GX85 against the GX850.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and GX850 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and GX850.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older GX85 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.