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G7 vs G85

Started May 21, 2020 | Discussions thread
Cyvan Regular Member • Posts: 447
Re: G7 vs G85

coaltrain wrote:

Thanks everyone - you all confirmed my thoughts.

I've had a G7 , honestly with the way things are now the G85 is the bare minimum.

But honestly whats your budget ? The G85 is a great camera but I see it in kit form for $700. I got my used G9 for $800 including spare OEM batteries and the G9 is a better match to the 100-400. Much better focus , deeper grip etc. If you want to fully exploit that lens then its the way to go.They're available new for $1,000.

I would say , save a little more and get the G9 instead. It is by far the best bang for buck in Panasonic's lineup right now.

P.S. and yes the IBIS makes a huge difference esp at such long focal lengths.

 Cyvan's gear list:Cyvan's gear list
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 Panasonic G85 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm F1.8 +7 more
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