Rain Day
A lot of rain pouring over Tokyo today, and stuck in traffic, still with my camera :)
The Panasonic Lumix GX85 (also known as the GX80 in some regions) is a compact, feature-packed mirrorless camera that has become a popular choice for travel, street, and everyday photography. With a well-rounded combination of image quality, 4K video capability, and in-body image stabilization (IBIS), the GX85 offers excellent value for photographers and videographers seeking a versatile, portable camera.
The GX85 features a 16-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor that, while slightly smaller than APS-C sensors, delivers impressive image quality with vibrant colors, good contrast, and rich detail. Notably, Panasonic has removed the optical low-pass filter from this sensor, which enhances sharpness and detail in images. The camera’s ISO range of 200–25,600 allows it to handle a range of lighting conditions, making it suitable for both bright outdoor shots and lower-light indoor scenes.
One of the GX85’s standout features is its 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which significantly reduces camera shake for sharp images, even at slower shutter speeds. This stabilization system also pairs with lens-based stabilization (Dual I.S.) for even more stable shooting when using compatible Panasonic lenses. This feature is a huge advantage for handheld shooting, especially for travel and street photography where tripods aren’t always practical.
The GX85 is an excellent choice for videographers as well, offering 4K UHD video recording at up to 30fps with reliable autofocus and pleasing color accuracy. Panasonic’s 4K Photo mode is an innovative feature that allows photographers to capture 8-megapixel stills from video footage, making it easier to capture fast-moving moments. While the camera doesn’t have a microphone input for external audio, its compact design and video quality make it popular among vloggers and casual videographers who want portability.
The camera’s compact body is lightweight yet solidly built, featuring a 2.76-million-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) that provides a clear, accurate preview of your shots. The 3-inch tilting touchscreen LCD is also a highlight, offering easy navigation, touch-to-focus, and flexible composition for various shooting angles. With built-in Wi-Fi, users can quickly transfer images to a smartphone or control the camera remotely, adding convenience for sharing and remote shooting.
With a wide selection of Micro Four Thirds lenses available, the GX85 is highly versatile and adapts well to different photography genres. Though it lacks weather sealing, it’s exceptionally compact, making it a great travel companion that’s easy to carry anywhere.
Overall, the Panasonic Lumix GX85 offers a strong blend of image quality, portability, and advanced features, making it an ideal choice for photographers and videographers who need a capable camera in a compact, user-friendly package.
Explore how well this camera performs with high-quality, real-world samples, so you can decide for yourself with my carefully crafted shots!
When stuck in traffic jam with a camera, one can always find a new way to entertain him/herself!
A classic shot which always looks interesting with a wide open lens.
Roses under the rain in Hakone. Beautiful bokeh from the Panasonic Leica Summilux 15mm @ f/1.7 on the GX85. Nice colors too, but does require some adjustments because of how Adobe poorly processes the RAW… :(
Love those shots: someone standing still, a train passing by, lovely motion blur effect.
Roppongi’s Mori Tower: my office.
Always a nice view from the office!
After a french dinner with my old friends, got a chance to try some long exposure shots with my GX7Mk2 / GX85. Not bad at all. If only Adobe could process the Panasonic RAW in a decent way. The colors of the JPEG produced by the camera are always so much more accurate. What are…
Some samples from my Panasonic GX 85 (or GX7 mk II as they call it in Japan) equipped with a Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15 mm f/1.7 lens. What a great little camera: compact, solid, sharp, fast AF and lovely bokeh. It will always accompany me during my business trips :) All pictures are JPEG…