Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II

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      Specifications

      General Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      BrandPanasonicPanasonic
      ModelLumix DMC-G85Lumix DC-G9 II
      Predecessor ModelPanasonic Lumix DC-G9
      Successor ModelPanasonic Lumix DC-G95
      MSRP$899 (body only), $999 (w/12-60 lens)$1899 body only
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds
      Sensor Dimensions17.3 x 13 mm17.3 x 13 mm
      Total Pixels16.84 Megapixel26.52 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels16 Megapixel25.21 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 25,600100 - 25,600
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,60050 - 25,600
      Photo Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Max Image Resolution4592 x 34485776 x 4336
      Other Resolutions3:2 (5776 x 3848), 16:9 (5776 x 3248), 1:1 (4336 x 4336)
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, MPO, RAWRAW, JPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normalFine, standard
      Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGBsRGB, AdobeRGB
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4Presets: AWB, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
      WB Bracketing3 images in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis, color temperature setting3 frames
      Focus Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Flexible, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range4 to +18 EV-4 to +18 EV
      Number of Focus Points49779
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds
      Crop Factor2x2x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation8 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDLCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,040k dot1,840k dots
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      ViewfinderElectronicElectronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification1.48x1.6x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.74x0.8x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot3,680k dots
      Viewfinder Eyepoint20 mm21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +4-4 to +2
      Shutter Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneMechanical Focal Plane, Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed60 sec60s
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)14.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic)60.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting9.0 fps60.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 9 fps at 16 MP
      Up to 6 fps at 16 MP
      Up to 40 fps at 16 MP
      Up to 10 fps at 16 MP
      Up to 30 fps at 8 MP
      Mechanical Shutter
      Up to 14 fps at 25.2 MP for up to 170 Frames (Raw) / 200 Frames (JPEG)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 75 fps at 25.2 MP for up to 200 Frames (Raw) / 200 Frames (JPEG)
      Flash Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Auto/Red-eye Reduction
      Forced On
      Forced On/Red-eye Reduction
      Slow Sync.
      Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction
      Forced Off
      Auto
      Auto/Red-eye Reduction
      Forced On
      Forced On/Red-eye Reduction
      Slow Sync.
      Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction
      Forced Off
      Flash Range6.20 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec1/250 Sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTLTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, WirelessShoe Mount, Wireless
      Exposure Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +18 EV0 to +18 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) ±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock (AF/AE LOCK button)
      DXO Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      DxO Low Light ISO656
      DxO Color Depth22.8
      DxO Dynamic Range12.5
      DxO Overall Score71
      Video Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MP4
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 24/29.97 fps [100 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 29.97/59.94 fps [20 to 28 Mbps]
      HD: 1280 x 720 @ 29.97 fps [10 Mbps]
      AVCHD
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 24/29.97/59.94 fps [24 to 28 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080i @ 59.94 fps [17 Mbps]
      H.264 ALL-Intra/H.265 Long GOP 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
      5760 x 4320 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [200 Mb/s]
      5728 x 3024 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [200 to 300 Mb/s]
      4352 x 3264 at 47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [300 Mb/s]
      4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94/100/120 fps [150 to 600 Mb/s]
      3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94/100/120 fps [72 to 600 Mb/s]
      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94/100/120/200/240/300 fps [20 to 400 Mb/s]

      ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ
      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [121 to 454 Mb/s]
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHDMPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21605760 x 2880
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
      1920 x 1080
      1280 x 720
      4:2:2 10-Bit via USB
      5728 x 3024 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
      4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94 fps
      3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/200/240 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Gamma CurveHDR-HLG, Panasonic V-Gamut, Panasonic V-Log
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limitunlimited
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Mic/Line/AES/EBU Selectable Input1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input
      1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) Data/Video Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Type A Full Size
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHzWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version5.0
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: LUMIX Sync
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control
      *As of September, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via wired remote or smartphone
      Environmental Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80%10 to 85%
      Physical Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Dimensions128 x 89 x 74 mm (5.04 x 3.5 x 2.91")134 x 102 x 90 mm (5.29 x 4.03 x 3.55")
      Weight (inc. batteries)505 g (1.11 lb / 17.81 oz)658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.7 x 6.9 x 5.3"7.5 x 7.1 x 6.1"
      Package Weight2.25 lb2.475 lb
      Power and Storage Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Battery PackDMW-BLK22
      Battery Life330 shots390 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Other Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II
      Self Timer 2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots 2/10-Second Delay
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemSupersonic wave filter


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