The Panasonic Lumix GX85 is a Panasonic Micro Four Thirds camera released in 2016, built around a 16MP Live MOS sensor. Key features include 4-stop IBIS, 4K video, and Dual IS. This model has been discontinued. It replaces the Panasonic Lumix GX8. It has been succeeded by the Panasonic Lumix GX9. At 426g, this is one of the lightest M43 bodies available, 112g below the M43 average of 538g. Step up to the Panasonic Lumix G97 if you want more controls at the cost of 93g extra.
Best for: Handheld and low-light photography
Pros
- 4-stop IBIS for handheld stability
- Dual IS with compatible Panasonic OIS lenses
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- Not weather sealed
- 4K capped at 30fps
Street photography
Flat rangefinder-style body at 426g with IBIS and a tilting screen. Small and unobtrusive for street use. Contrast-detect AF is slower than phase-detect but adequate for most candid shooting where subjects are not moving rapidly. Full guide →
Travel and casual photography
Compact form factor and IBIS make the GX85 a practical travel body. No weather sealing and no viewfinder are limitations, but for casual travel shooting at second-hand prices it covers the core requirements. 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 | 2016-04 |
| Weight | 426g |
| Dimensions | 122 × 58.3 × 43.8mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Tilting |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 16MP Live MOS |
| Megapixels | 16MP |
| Resolution | 4592 × 3448 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 2.76MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.7x |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | Yes |
| IBIS stops | 4 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 | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Battery | DMW-BLG10 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX85 have IBIS?
Yes. The Panasonic Lumix GX85 has in-body image stabilisation rated at 4 stops. It also supports Dual IS, which coordinates IBIS with compatible Panasonic Power OIS lenses for improved stabilisation.
Is the Panasonic Lumix GX85 weather sealed?
No. The Panasonic Lumix GX85 does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX85 shoot 4K video?
Yes. The Panasonic Lumix GX85 records 4K video at up to 30fps.
Does the Panasonic Lumix GX85 have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Panasonic Lumix GX85 uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Panasonic Lumix GX85 use?
The Panasonic Lumix GX85 has 1 card slot and accepts SD UHS-I cards.
How much does the Panasonic Lumix GX85 weigh?
The Panasonic Lumix GX85 weighs 426g (body only, with battery and card).
Is the Panasonic Lumix GX85 still worth buying?
The Panasonic Lumix GX85 has been succeeded by the Panasonic Lumix GX9. The newer model improves on AF performance, sensor, and video specs. At a reduced second-hand price the Panasonic Lumix GX85 remains a capable body, but the Panasonic Lumix GX9 is the better long-term buy if the budget allows.