I bought the GX7 several yrs ago, I liked it so much that I upgraded to the GX9 which has IBIS and great for hand heald photography As a matter of fact, I use it more than my DSLRS 📷👍
Yesterday, I took my GX85 out after a couple of years of only using it around the house. I had forgotten how nimble and fun it is, and the image quality was still perfectly acceptable. There are times when I'm tempted to buy a secondhand GH1 or GH2 for the sake of just having these cameras, but owning later models like the GX85, GH4 and G9 would make those older cameras unnecessary. With a few of the Olympus f1.8 primes or Panasonic f1.7 primes, the GX85 can be carried almost anywhere, and offers a beautifully small but high quality travel kit.
The GH2 can be a phenomenal video camera if hacked. M43 definitely has its place in the photography world and the Gx85 is a fantastic example of how relevant the system is today in 2022.
the gx80 was my first camera, it will be the one thats always with me. my style of photography has evolved around it pretty much. the oly em1 mk2 is also great tho!
The camera is not an old camera, although manufacturers will have you beleive otherwise so that you are anticipating the arrival of a new model the day after buying yours. It is a perfectly good and capable camera in 2024. The hype surrounding the Fujifilm cameras does not inspire me to buy one....in fact, the reverse.
man if i see one more of these videos im going to figure out how to shoot panavision with this dam camera and make a feature film with it!!!!! Im unearthing mine from the almost literal trash rn....
This is a lovely, lovely camera but I hate the absence of the mic input. Being able to attach a wireless mic or on-camera boom would have made this my perfect travel camera. At this time, I think the Fuji X-T20 is a better option. The lenses are not as light, and it doesn't have IBIS, but it offers a mic input, slightly bigger sensor and decent 4K, albeit with a shorter record time
Nice review and yes it is still a good buy. My 1st M43 camera was a new GX85 about 3 or so years ago and I liked it so much I picked up a used one that needed to be fixed but now I have 2 of these awesome gems. I have since picked up a G7, G95, an EPL1 and 2 EM10s, the Mii and the MiiiS. I also have several APSC from Sony and Nikon as well as Nikon FF but my most used cameras are M43 mainly the GX85s and EM10s.
Extreme you will see issues with battery for sure, as for the dames I’ve not tested that. Snow and rain? I’d be ok shooting in weather like this, would avoid getting it soaking wet for a prolonged amount of time.
@@madsciencefilms I have question about battery. What if I would charge via USB with powebank, so capacity will be no problem. But - Will battery alive in low temperature or will battery die as iPhone ? :D
@@madsciencefilms Here the price difference is only 50 euro though and for that you get a 20MP sensor instead of the 16MP and better dynamic range.. not sure if the battery life is significantly different though
I would say the GX85 is much, much better than the A6000, and the closest Sony that could compete would be one with IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization) and 4K video, which the A6000 doesn't have, and while the A6000 is okay for stills, it overheats when recording video...
Hi, depends what do you want to do with it, I had a6000 for a few months, I recently bought gx80/gx85 like second camera, I would say to go with panasonic, despite it has 16 mpx instead of 24, it has touch screen and ibis, nicer colors.
This as use case question - Ricoh GR iii has 24 megapixels and a fixes lens 35mm equivalent focal length -- while Gx 85 has 16 megapixels - here you have access to many lenses all the lenses in the MFT line up - you have lumix lense and olympus&OMD lenses For more information there are the spec links www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/gr-3/spec/ www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/slrs/panasonic_dmcgx85
I know at least one person who replaced their Ricoh GR with the GX85 and Olympus 12mm f2 and is happy. The sensor isn't quite as good as the GR III, but it has other features like proper IBIS, the ability to change lenses, and excellent video as seen above. But if you only want to take photos at 28mm equivalent and want something that fits in a pocket, the GR III is the better choice. If I was going on a trip and had the option, I would take the GX85 with a few fast primes and perhaps a smaller pocket camera like the LX10 or Sony RX100.
@@willermax The GR III has a large cult following. Major benefits: small as is pocket size small; APSC sensor vs. M43 which is 2x the size of the GX85 sensor; snap focus which is zone focus; built for one hand operation. Don’t have the GR III because: no view finder, don’t like the 28mm FOV; not a big zone focuser. I have owned the GX85 for several years. The sensor is OK for my needs. LOVE the IBIS. Love the ability to change lenses. Have the Pany 15mm on the body all the time. Overall it is a small and light bit of kit. Good enough is sometimes goood enough. Mask On Nurse Marty
@@martingreenberg870 Rock On mate! Love the IBIS as well - it is a handing for longer lenses :D I have the 12-150 as my main lens for good daylight it serves me well.
This will depend mainly on your export settings and how these platforms handle your video. I’ve not used TikTok or instagrams so couldn’t say either way.
Depends on your priorities and needs. They are very close in my eye. For video the GX85 is better as there’s no overheating issues, for photography the Sony is a better choice due to its much better AF.
I have been using this camera for several years now and I absolutely love it. It is an amazing camera for people who love to travel like me
I bought the GX7 several yrs ago, I liked it so much that I upgraded to the GX9 which has IBIS and great for hand heald photography
As a matter of fact, I use it more than my DSLRS 📷👍
Not used the GX9, but if the GX85 is anything to go by then I can see why.
Reason 6:
It pairs beautifully with the Panasonic Leica 15mm f/1.7 lens.
Yesterday, I took my GX85 out after a couple of years of only using it around the house. I had forgotten how nimble and fun it is, and the image quality was still perfectly acceptable. There are times when I'm tempted to buy a secondhand GH1 or GH2 for the sake of just having these cameras, but owning later models like the GX85, GH4 and G9 would make those older cameras unnecessary. With a few of the Olympus f1.8 primes or Panasonic f1.7 primes, the GX85 can be carried almost anywhere, and offers a beautifully small but high quality travel kit.
The GH2 can be a phenomenal video camera if hacked. M43 definitely has its place in the photography world and the Gx85 is a fantastic example of how relevant the system is today in 2022.
the gx80 was my first camera, it will be the one thats always with me. my style of photography has evolved around it pretty much. the oly em1 mk2 is also great tho!
I have and love my GX80. I'm taking it with me on a trip to the US. Terrific travel camera.
That’s great. It’s the perfect travel camera.
The camera is not an old camera, although manufacturers will have you beleive otherwise so that you are anticipating the arrival of a new model the day after buying yours. It is a perfectly good and capable camera in 2024. The hype surrounding the Fujifilm cameras does not inspire me to buy one....in fact, the reverse.
Yeah I see your point. There are a lot of ‘old’ cameras that are more than capable for pro work and personal projects.
man if i see one more of these videos im going to figure out how to shoot panavision with this dam camera and make a feature film with it!!!!! Im unearthing mine from the almost literal trash rn....
Make that feature!
This is a lovely, lovely camera but I hate the absence of the mic input. Being able to attach a wireless mic or on-camera boom would have made this my perfect travel camera. At this time, I think the Fuji X-T20 is a better option. The lenses are not as light, and it doesn't have IBIS, but it offers a mic input, slightly bigger sensor and decent 4K, albeit with a shorter record time
Yeah I agree. This is one of the main reasons I’ve switched this out for the LUMIX G80/85.
Thei're nice , I ve got few Lumix and OLy's myself
Nice review and yes it is still a good buy. My 1st M43 camera was a new GX85 about 3 or so years ago and I liked it so much I picked up a used one that needed to be fixed but now I have 2 of these awesome gems. I have since picked up a G7, G95, an EPL1 and 2 EM10s, the Mii and the MiiiS. I also have several APSC from Sony and Nikon as well as Nikon FF but my most used cameras are M43 mainly the GX85s and EM10s.
Awesome collection! Yeah, m43 cameras are still relevant and fun to use.
Between the GX85 and the M10III which one would you recommend?
@@inbloom2300 GX85.
was the g95 a good camera?
Yes, G95 is an awesome camera. Complements my GX85 very well. @@Invintius
hi what camera did you use to film this youtube video? the qualiis lovely
Hi thanks for your comment! I believe this was shot on the lumix S5
What you think about weather sealing? Ok, heavy rain is out, what about snowing or low temperature 0 or -10C? Or humidity?
Extreme you will see issues with battery for sure, as for the dames I’ve not tested that. Snow and rain? I’d be ok shooting in weather like this, would avoid getting it soaking wet for a prolonged amount of time.
@@madsciencefilms I have question about battery. What if I would charge via USB with powebank, so capacity will be no problem. But - Will battery alive in low temperature or will battery die as iPhone ? :D
Nice review which camera are you using for your youtube video recording?
Thanks! To shoot our videos we often use and change between the Lumix GH2, Lumix G9 and Lumix S5.
can you add filters or retro effects to the pictures on the camera?
Yep!
What lens for travel video
If you could only take one then the Olympus 12-40 f2.8. Or, budget conscious option would be the Panasonic 12-60.
Gx80 or G7?
Depends on what you’re looking for. Two great cameras, but quite different.
This or canon m50
This 👍🏻
Why not the GX9?
The GX9 is more expensive, so I think you’re getting more for your money with the GX80/85.
@@madsciencefilms Here the price difference is only 50 euro though and for that you get a 20MP sensor instead of the 16MP and better dynamic range.. not sure if the battery life is significantly different though
The gx9 Has more crop in 4K too
The gx9 is sold out everywhere
Do I need sddisk card for the Lumix
Yes, you’d need an SD card to record to.
@@madsciencefilms I only need it for photos
A6000 or GX85?
Has to be Gx85. The 4K, IBIS and no low pass filter makes it a far better option. The Sony A6000 video AF isn’t much better than the GX85 either.
I would say the GX85 is much, much better than the A6000, and the closest Sony that could compete would be one with IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization) and 4K video, which the A6000 doesn't have, and while the A6000 is okay for stills, it overheats when recording video...
Hi, depends what do you want to do with it, I had a6000 for a few months, I recently bought gx80/gx85 like second camera, I would say to go with panasonic, despite it has 16 mpx instead of 24, it has touch screen and ibis, nicer colors.
I'm loooking for my very first camera. I can say its for 90% photography (mostly street) and 10% Video. Which one you suggest?
@@cristianfilip596 and if i dont want to have so many lenses, which one do you prefer?
GX 85 or Ricoh GR iii?
This as use case question - Ricoh GR iii has 24 megapixels and a fixes lens 35mm equivalent focal length -- while Gx 85 has 16 megapixels - here you have access to many lenses all the lenses in the MFT line up - you have lumix lense and olympus&OMD lenses
For more information there are the spec links
www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/gr-3/spec/
www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/slrs/panasonic_dmcgx85
I know at least one person who replaced their Ricoh GR with the GX85 and Olympus 12mm f2 and is happy. The sensor isn't quite as good as the GR III, but it has other features like proper IBIS, the ability to change lenses, and excellent video as seen above. But if you only want to take photos at 28mm equivalent and want something that fits in a pocket, the GR III is the better choice. If I was going on a trip and had the option, I would take the GX85 with a few fast primes and perhaps a smaller pocket camera like the LX10 or Sony RX100.
@@raksh9 Well it seems like you know the ins and outs of the cameras - So it comes to your use case. pick Well and have fun!
@@willermax The GR III has a large cult following. Major benefits: small as is pocket size small; APSC sensor vs. M43 which is 2x the size of the GX85 sensor; snap focus which is zone focus; built for one hand operation. Don’t have the GR III because: no view finder, don’t like the 28mm FOV; not a big zone focuser.
I have owned the GX85 for several years. The sensor is OK for my needs. LOVE the IBIS. Love the ability to change lenses. Have the Pany 15mm on the body all the time. Overall it is a small and light bit of kit. Good enough is sometimes goood enough.
Mask On Nurse Marty
@@martingreenberg870 Rock On mate! Love the IBIS as well - it is a handing for longer lenses :D I have the 12-150 as my main lens for good daylight it serves me well.
Can anybody recommend a decent gimbal for the gx80/85?
Does the upload quality remain good on instagram/tiktok?
How dense are you
This will depend mainly on your export settings and how these platforms handle your video. I’ve not used TikTok or instagrams so couldn’t say either way.
A6400 or GX85?
Depends on your priorities and needs. They are very close in my eye. For video the GX85 is better as there’s no overheating issues, for photography the Sony is a better choice due to its much better AF.
@@madsciencefilms Thanks for your helpful input. I’m much more interested in photography, so I think the A6400 might better suit my needs.