Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Introduced August 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 122 x 71 x 44mm
- Introduced April 2016
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 8 months prior to the GX85 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades against the GX85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Panasonic GX85
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | GX85 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX85 over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
GX85 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Introduced | April 2016 | ![]() | August 2015 | More recent by 8 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GX85
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | GX85 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features external measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GX85 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR compared to the GX85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GX85 is 79 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GX85.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GX85 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-08-03 | 2016-04-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,764k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440 grams (0.97 pounds) | 426 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 122 x 71 x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 662 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 290 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,299 | $800 |