Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic LZ20

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic LZ20, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty close but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and LZ20 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The GX85 was announced 3 years after the LZ20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GX85 scores versus the LZ20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX85 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX85 vs the LZ20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and LZ20 is 83 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX85 and LZ20.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The GX85 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The newer GX85 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.