Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic SZ7

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic SZ7, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and SZ7 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GX85 was unveiled 4 years after the SZ7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GX85 matches up versus the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GX85 against the SZ7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and SZ7 is 83 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and SZ7.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX85 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GX85 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger GX85 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.