Panasonic GX85 vs Panasonic TS20

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic GX85 and Panasonic TS20, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX85 was announced 4 years later than the TS20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GX85 scores vs the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GX85 provides external measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX85 and Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX85 compared to the TS20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX85 and TS20 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX85 and TS20.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX85 has got the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The younger GX85 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.