Customers say
Customers praise the camera’s build quality, particularly its superb video capabilities, and find it offers unmatched value for the price. The picture quality receives positive feedback, with one customer noting stunning results without ND filters, while the functionality is well-received, with one mentioning its buttery-smooth handling. The image stabilization is class-leading, and customers find it easy to use, with the menu system being particularly user-friendly. The autofocus receives mixed reviews – while some find it quick, others report sluggish performance in low light conditions.
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A quick rundown of this product’s key features:
Fine Detail Performance: 16 megapixel micro four thirds sensor with no low pass filter resulting in a near 10 percent boost in fine detail resolving power over existing 16 megapixel micro four thirds sensors; Color temperature setting 2500 to 10000K in 100K
Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera: With 12 60 millimeter lens, Shoot lighter and faster with the modern hybrid photography performance of a mirrorless camera and nearly half the bulk of most DSLRs
Class Leading Dual Image Stabilization: In body 5 axis dual image stabilization works in both photo and motion picture recording including 4K video to produce clear handheld shots even in low light conditions. Diopter adjustment: minus-4.0 to plus-4.0 (dpt)
Live Viewfinder and Flip LCD Display: Integrated eye level OLED live viewfinder (2360K dots) and rear touch Enabled 3 inch LCD Display (1040K dots) adjusts for optimal viewing angles to maximize viewing
4K video Capture: 4K QFHD video recording (3840 x 2160), plus exclusive Lumix 4K photo and 4K Post Focus allows you to record photos up to 30fps and set your desired focus points after the photo has been Taken
Our Top Reviews
Reviewer: Chicago Cyclist
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Superbly versatile M43 camera with IBIS
Review: I’ll begin by clarifying that I am a hobbyist seeking an entry-level, accessible option for starting out with photography. After doing a bunch of research I decided to order the G85 bundled with a 12-60mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens.From the get-go you can tell this is a well-built product. They used magnesium alloy plating in the top and front to counteract ‘shutter shock’ in this model’s predecessor, the G7, along with high quality plastic throughout. The grip is coated in quality rubber and feels very comfortable. Weather sealing (on the kit lens too!) is a great touch.I find the ergonomics of this camera to be intuitive and comfortable. The dials are useful, easy to use yet hard to accidentally toggle. The buttons feel nice and clicky, with a sensitive shutter button. I also love the viewfinder; extremely clear and no issue for someone with glasses like myself. The touch screen fully articulates and is also clear. Menu system works well and navigation is a breeze. On the software end, however, the wifi functions are finicky; transferring photos to my iPhone 14 Pro is a trial-and-error process with the Image App, which struggles to even establish a connection.I find the 12-60 kit lens to have good clarity compared to others I’ve tried, with a very useful zoom range of 24-120 FFE, and reasonably fast aperture. The OIS and IBIS work in tandem to make camera shake in video and photo modes a non-issue, no gimbal or tripod needed. I found the autofocus to be sluggish in low light conditions especially during 4k recording, though in well-lit areas it’s faster for photography and well-workable. Manage focus properly and invest in some quality glass and you have an amazing camera for the price.In summary, this is a great camera for beginners as well as experienced photographers. The flaws are minor in comparison to the ergonomics, build quality, features, amazing price and picture quality. This camera can tackle many types of photography along with videos and grow with you.
Reviewer: Dan11
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: amazing quality for your buck.
Review: This is my first proper camera! I deliberately avoided Sony zve-10, because their marketing seemed too harsh, and I don’t like being told what to do. The lumix g85 on the other hand feels like an OG, who deserved to be respected and reckoned with. I love that everything was included, and the only things extra I had to buy are: sd card, a second battery, ND and CPL filters, and some tools to clean the lenses(brushes etc.) and also the fact that there is no time limit to record in 4k sealed the deal for me.The only disadvantage I have now is the fact that there is so much to learn…. I mean … I guess it’s good to use your brain every now and again, instead of only carrying it in your head.
Reviewer: James Biesty
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I want to shoot and then minimize editing as much as possible so that’s why I like the G85 so much
Review: I mostly use this for video and I’m very impressed with this camera. I want to shoot and then minimize editing as much as possible so that’s why I like the G85 so much. The 4k video quality with standard un-graded settings is better than the GH4 I replaced this with. The clarity and color is better with the standard settings and I don’t really have time to get lost in post processing. I also compared this to the Sony RX10iii and its 4k video quality was just a tiny bit less detailed but the overall look was better with the G85. Also the menu settings are so much easier with the g85 over the Sony. Also the button placement is much more intuitive with the G85. Auto focus seems about the same but I mainly use manual for video to make sure it stays in focus. Especially because I’m shooting in a controlled environment. I’ll miss the wide focus range but not by that much and I can always buy more lenses with the G85. Another thing is the G85 seems like it has a touch less crop shooting in 4k so I can get a slightly larger angle. That bothers me with all cameras when shooting 4k and I wish I could get the 35mm equivalent of 24mm out of it instead of more like 28mm in 4k. Also it seems that the Pictures were much better with the G85. It seems that whenever I put the RX10iii in auto focus to try to get some kid pics for fun 1 out of 5 pics came out correctly where almost every pic comes out correctly with the G85. For me the f3.5 does a good job but it sure does look better with the f2.8 12-35 lens. I thought my untrained eye might not pick that up but it did. Everything looks better even when comparing f3.5 vs. f3.5. It’s pricey so it might not be for everyone. I also tried the Sony a6300 and it was an amazing camera but it overheated very quickly weather I pulled the monitor away from the body or not. So there was no way I could keep it and that’s a major deal breaker. The G85 can get warm but never get’s so hot that it over heats and shuts down when shooting for extended periods in 4k. I shot for about 4-5 hours in a row shootiing 5-8 minute vids at a quick turn around and it never shut down. It got a little warmer than the GH4 and Sony RX10iii but never malfunctioned so all is well.The one issue I have with the G85 is I wish there was a 4k 30mbps instead of just 4k 100mbps. I shot around 40 5-8 minute videos and it was something like 122Gb. I had to use compression software to keep it which is a bit anoyying. Love the water/dust resistance and that is what kept me from keeping the G7. It also feels like a better made camera than the G7 with a more intuitive layout too.If you are like me, an intermediate, who needs a good camera with 4k for work but doesn’t want to go too deep into the post processing world it’s hard to find a better camera.
Reviewer: V
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Absolutely love the camera and the lens (12-60) that came with it. No complaints at all. I am writing this after using it for a year… Completed 1 year in May. Its good even if you are a beginner as you then will have more room to learn and can use all its features properly once you learn about them.It’s quite feature packed and equally compact and pretty easy to travel with. The 12-60 lens that I got with it is pretty good too and I found it useful for my projects like using it for vlog videos, short films, product films, some photography.Although I am not a professional photographer. So do your research on the lens and the type that would suit yoilur need.Battery life is ok I would say, It’s not bad but not so good at all. I will recommend still keep an extra battery.People talk about its auto focus not being so good, I honestly haven’t used it much and always used manual focus… It dint have issues focusing whenever I did use it but that is something I can’t comment about.I have no complaints about it yet. Quite happy with it.
Reviewer: Diana sinko
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I am very satisfied with this camera. It’s easy to use and gives you the most clarity images. By the way this is my very first expensive camera I’d ever had. I’m doing a photography course so glad I purchased this camera. I am thinking upgrading to a much more advanced. But I have to make sure I have to purchase same as what I have now. Because I have already three lenses. Make sure I don’t have to purchase any more lenses.
Reviewer: Gibson59
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Upgraded from the G7 – thank you Amazon! The G7 was no slouch but this model completes the package. Camera has everything I’m looking – swing out screen, excellent ergonomics, weather sealed, built-in stabilization, great menu system and more! Build quality is superb and feels great in my hands. Just the right size and weight – perfect balance. There are a host of advanced features that make this my go-to camera. All easily accessible via a multitude of external buttons. Menus are clear and easy to navigate and learning curve is small. I was up and running in no time. My only complaint is the buttons are too flush with the body and the 4/3 sensor size. Wish this camera had the APS-C sensor but photo quality is still excellent. Colours are great, very life like and not overly saturated. The 12-60 lens is also very good. Perfect size, nice build quality. The zoom ring is comfortable and super smooth an optics are excellent indeed. It’s the perfect size and weight for this camera is also weather sealed! 12-60 covers a lot of ground. 35mm equivalent would be 24mm to 120mm which is outstanding coverage. The lens is also stabilized and works beautifully in harmony with the stabilized body! I can hand hold camera with very low shutter speeds with low iso and get excellent photos. Highly recommend!
Reviewer: Emilio Villarreal Garcia
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: UNA CAMARA EXCELENTE PARA INICIAR, MUY BUENA CALIDAD DE IMAGEN SOBRE TODO EN VIDEO, POR SU COSTO ES UN MUY BUEN PRODUCTO
Reviewer: Sagefox
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I wanted to purchase the new Lumix G9 but the listed price and no kit lens made me look another direction. The G85 sincerely is the next best option. And now that I have been playing with it for a few days I am thrilled to have it in my possession. With the 12-60 kit lens that came with it I have been amazed at the quality of the photos. The camera itself has a huge learning curve as it seems there is nothing that it cannot do. Thankfully I am familiar with Panasonic menus and have been able to set it up easily to my preferences. It is an amazing camera and I wish I had bought one a long time ago as it is a delight to take photos and videos with. Now the fun task of collecting the lenses I will need. It meets all my needs at this point in time.
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