Panasonic Lumix DMC-G80 / G81 / G85

The G85 is Panasonic's mid-level all-arounder. It is very much a refinement of the

Overall image quality is very good ; Low image noise through ISO 3200 ; Dedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to record ; Full control over still image and video settings allow for total creative freedom no matter how you shoot ; Built-in...

Even when shooting with the EVF, the LCD touch screen is active making it very easy to change your touch AF or other features ; Higher ISO images are incredibly dull from noise

The Panasonic Lumix G85 is another fantastic Hybrid camera that offers full manual control and excellent quality in both still image and video capture. Their 4K burst and 6.1fps continuous AF burst shooting will blow you away along with the camera's...

Panasonic's unique technologies further enrich the user's photographic experience. The newly integrated Focus Stacking function lets users adjust the depth of field after shooting by simply selecting the focusing area. For even more creative...

The new Lumix DMC-G80 camera completes the Panasonic range of enthusiast-focused compact system cameras. Arguably, with the G80, GF7, GX80 and GX8, Panasonic has cameras to suit every type of user (not to mention the video-centric GH4), although...

Very good image quality; Very good high ISO performance and dynamic range; Fast and accurate autofocus; Excellent 4K video recording quality and features.

OLPF-less sensor is prone to moiré; Electronic viewfinder struggles in low light; Continuous autofocus is limited to 6fps shooting; Below average battery life.

The Panasonic G85 is Panasonic's latest DSLR-style mid-range mirrorless camera, and it offers numerous high-end features, borrowing quite a few from the earlier GH4 flagship model. The G85 gains some notable upgrades, particularly regarding the camera...

Good quality images out-of-camera, close to 20MP models ; Weather-sealed body with big EVF, articulated touch-screen, UHS II slot ; Very impressive built-in stabilisation for stills and videos ; Great quality 4k video with mic input ; Very fast single...

No movie frame rates above 60p, so limited slow motion possibilities ; Rear buttons are too small and flush to the surface ; No USB charging in-camera ; Needs to slow to 3-4fps for continuous AF and live feedback ; Refocusing during movies not as...

Panasonic's Lumix G80 / G85 is a highly compelling entry into the competitive mid-range market. Like most rivals at this price point, the G80 / G85 offers a viewfinder, articulated touch screen, loads of manual control and Wifi, but goes beyond the...

Excellent EVF and touchscreen ; Strong AF performance ; Good in-camera raw conversion ; Great results with 4K video

Only 16MP resolution ; Some over-complicated controls ; Interface could be simplified ; Noise reduction a little harsh

While not quite perfect, the G80’s feature set and performance make it one of the most compelling mid-range mirrorless propositions around.