Panasonic GX85
Aug 23, 2019 08:28:13 #
Need some suggestions on a light weight system. I am having problems with the weight of my Nikon D750 and looking to downsize to a smaller package. I saw the Panasonic gx85 on B&H for $497.00 with two lens and just wondering if it’s a good outfit for doing my wildlife photography? I would much appreciate any suggestions. Thank You and have a Great Day!!
Aug 23, 2019 08:47:05 #
This review published by DPReview (Amazon):
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dc-g95-g90-review
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dc-g95-g90-review
Aug 23, 2019 08:52:30 #
BobT
Loc: southern Minnesota
I have this camera and like it very much. I purchased it for it's lighter weight (from a Canon system), and for it ability for dual IS; as I have Parkinson's, and the dual IS is a help in dealing with slight tremors.
I purchased it with a kit lens (12m-32m), and also have an Olympus 40-150, and Panasonic 100-300mm II, and Rokinon fisheye lens as well. I am more than pleased with the quality of the results that I have been able to get from this camera and lenses.
Feel free to contact me for any specific questions about it.
I purchased it with a kit lens (12m-32m), and also have an Olympus 40-150, and Panasonic 100-300mm II, and Rokinon fisheye lens as well. I am more than pleased with the quality of the results that I have been able to get from this camera and lenses.
Feel free to contact me for any specific questions about it.
Aug 23, 2019 08:53:45 #
Eagles777 wrote:
Need some suggestions on a light weight system. I am having problems with the weight of my Nikon D750 and looking to downsize to a smaller package. I saw the Panasonic gx85 on B&H for $497.00 with two lens and just wondering if it’s a good outfit for doing my wildlife photography? I would much appreciate any suggestions. Thank You and have a Great Day!!
I took this exact kit to South Africa last year. My trip included urban and rural settings as well as a safari. I am more than happy with my results - including 4K video of lions devouring a fresh kill in the dark of night. You would not be disappointed moving to the GX85.
Aug 24, 2019 08:59:28 #
I own Olympus and not Panasonic but I am a big fan of Micro 4/3 in general. There is a strong advantage in size and weight over full frame and even APS. Your 300mm would be equivalent to 600mm in full frame, making it especially good for wildlife photography. You also have an incredible selection of lenses, since all Olympus lenses would work on this camera and there are many third-party choices as well. Yes, I would definitely recommend this camera.
Aug 24, 2019 12:03:04 #
Thank You all for your replies, just wondering if it would have good detail in the photos.
Aug 24, 2019 13:27:13 #
Eagles777 wrote:
Thank You all for your replies, just wondering if it would have good detail in the photos.
If details are your main concern, consider the Olympus OM-D E-M5 MK II since it has no anti-aliasing filter. I recently made this purchase and I can see the difference in image quality.
Aug 24, 2019 23:04:10 #
rcarol wrote:
If details are your main concern, consider the Olympus OM-D E-M5 MK II since it has no anti-aliasing filter. I recently made this purchase and I can see the difference in image quality.
The GX85 also does not have an anti-aliasing filter.
Aug 25, 2019 13:40:19 #
dmsM43 wrote:
The GX85 also does not have an anti-aliasing filter.
Thanks for the info. I did not know that.
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