Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GX85 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic GF8 has external dimensions of 107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic GX85 has external dimensions of 122 x 71 x 44 mm (4.8 x 2.8 x 1.73��) and weighs 426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic GF8 and the Panasonic GX85. Panasonic GF8 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Panasonic GX85.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GX85.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GX85.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GF8 is significantly lighter (160g ) than the Panasonic GX85 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GX85 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 (Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GX85's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.