Panasonic GX85 vs Sigma fp

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic GX85 versus Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX85 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the GX85 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GX85 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the fp and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GX85 matches up versus the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Sigma fp. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX85 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX85 vs the fp.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX85 and fp is 83 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX85 and fp.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX85 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sigma fp will offer more detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older GX85 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.