Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85
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Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 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
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Revealed February 2018
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Bump 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
- Launched September 2016
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-G80
- Replacement is Panasonic G95
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Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic G85, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and G85 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
Photography GlossaryThe GX9 was launched 18 months after the G85 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GX9 scores against the G85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Panasonic G85
| GX9 | G85 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2018 |  | September 2016 | More modern by 18 months |
| Display resolution | 1240k |  | 1040k | Crisper display (+200k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Panasonic GX9
| G85 | GX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic G85
| GX9 | G85 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic G85 has dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic G85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the GX9 versus the G85.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and G85 is 82 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX9 and G85.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic GX9 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger GX9 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic G85 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 |
| Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-G80 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2018-02-13 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,240 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.74x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) | 6.20 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 407 grams (0.90 lb) | 505 grams (1.11 lb) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") | 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 | 260 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $1,000 | $900 |