Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 505g - 128 x 89 x 74mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-G80
- Newer Model is Panasonic G95
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic G85, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and G85 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and G85 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z7 II was launched 4 years later than the G85 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z7 II grades vs the G85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic G85
Z7 II | G85 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | September 2016 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Nikon Z7 II
G85 | Z7 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic G85
Z7 II | G85 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II has exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G85 has sizing of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic G85 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Z7 II compared to the G85.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and G85 is 61 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and G85.
As you can see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will give greater detail utilizing its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G85 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-G80 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.20 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 505g (1.11 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 128 x 89 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 656 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 shots | 330 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Price at release | $2,997 | $900 |