Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85
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Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 425g - 122 x 89 x 43mm
- Launched April 2012
- Renewed by Olympus E-M5 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Boost 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
- Announced September 2016
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-G80
- Replacement is Panasonic G95
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Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-M5 and Panasonic G85, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M5 (16MP) and the G85 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).
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The E-M5 was brought out 5 years earlier than the G85 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-M5 grades against the G85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M5 Gallery & Panasonic G85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 over the Panasonic G85
E-M5 | G85 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Olympus E-M5
G85 | E-M5 | |||
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Announced | September 2016 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 53 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 610k | Sharper screen (+430k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-M5 and Panasonic G85
E-M5 | G85 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M5 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic G85 has dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M5 and Panasonic G85 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E-M5 vs the G85.
![Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 size comparison Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G85-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 and G85 is 81 and 69 respectively.
![Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 top view buttons comparison Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G85-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M5 and G85.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older E-M5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 sensor size comparison Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G85-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G85-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic G85 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-G80 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-04-30 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 610k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Touch control in electrostatic capacitance type OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.58x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.20 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (2), Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 425 grams (0.94 pounds) | 505 grams (1.11 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 89 x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") | 128 x 89 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 826 | 656 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $799 | $900 |