The Panasonic Lumix GX8 is a Panasonic Micro Four Thirds camera released in 2015, built around a 20.3MP Live MOS sensor. Key features include 3.5-stop IBIS, 4K video, weather sealing, and Dual IS. This model has been discontinued. It replaces the Panasonic Lumix GX7. It has been succeeded by the Panasonic Lumix GX85. At 487g, this is 51g lighter than the M43 average of 538g. The OM System OM-3 is lighter still at 414g if size is the priority.
Best for: Travel and outdoor photography
Pros
- 3.5-stop IBIS for handheld stability
- Weather sealed body
- Dual IS with compatible Panasonic OIS lenses
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- 4K capped at 30fps
- No headphone jack for audio monitoring
Travel photography
The GX8 was Panasonic's higher-end rangefinder-style body with a 20MP sensor, tiltable viewfinder, weather sealing, and Dual IS. It is a capable travel body with a more nuanced handling style than the G-series. Full guide →
Street photography
Rangefinder-style handling, a tiltable viewfinder for low-angle shooting, and a flat body that draws less attention than a DSLR-style body. The 20MP sensor gives room to crop. Full guide →
Dual IS compatibility
This body supports Panasonic Dual IS. IBIS and lens OIS work together for improved stabilisation with compatible Power OIS lenses.
No confirmed Dual IS pairings in the database yet.
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Status | discontinued |
| Released | 2015-08 |
| Weight | 487g |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 66.5 × 63.1mm |
| Weather sealed | Yes |
| Screen | Tilting |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 20.3MP Live MOS |
| Megapixels | 20.3MP |
| Resolution | 5184 × 3888 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 2.36MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.77x |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | Yes |
| IBIS stops | 3.5 stops |
| Dual IS | Yes |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Shooting | |
| Video | |
| 4K | Yes |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Battery | DMW-BLC12 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX8 have IBIS?
Yes. The Panasonic Lumix GX8 has in-body image stabilisation rated at 3.5 stops. It also supports Dual IS, which coordinates IBIS with compatible Panasonic Power OIS lenses for improved stabilisation.
Is the Panasonic Lumix GX8 weather sealed?
Yes. The Panasonic Lumix GX8 is weather sealed, which means it is protected against dust and splashing water.
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX8 shoot 4K video?
Yes. The Panasonic Lumix GX8 records 4K video at up to 30fps.
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX8 have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Panasonic Lumix GX8 uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Panasonic Lumix GX8 use?
The Panasonic Lumix GX8 has 1 card slot and accepts SD UHS-I cards.
How much does the Panasonic Lumix GX8 weigh?
The Panasonic Lumix GX8 weighs 487g (body only, with battery and card).
Is the Panasonic Lumix GX8 still worth buying?
The Panasonic Lumix GX8 has been succeeded by the Panasonic Lumix GX85. The newer model improves on AF performance, sensor, and video specs. At a reduced second-hand price the Panasonic Lumix GX8 remains a capable body, but the Panasonic Lumix GX85 is the better long-term buy if the budget allows.