Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic TS1

In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic GX85 and Panasonic TS1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX85 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) and the GX85 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX85 was released 7 years after the TS1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GX85 grades vs the TS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX85 has 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 TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GX85 compared to the TS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and TS1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX85 and TS1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX85 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX85 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer GX85 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.