Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic GX85 versus Panasonic SZ8, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and SZ8 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX85 was brought out 2 years later than the SZ8 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GX85 grades against the SZ8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX85 features exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GX85 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the GX85 and the SZ8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and SZ8 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX85 and SZ8.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The GX85 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The newer GX85 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.