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G7 vs G85

Started May 21, 2020 | Discussions thread
brentbrent Veteran Member • Posts: 5,768
Re: G7 vs G85

coaltrain wrote:

Chuck_G wrote:

Then one day I saw a G85 bundle with both the 12-60 and 45-150 kit lenses for about $700 US.

That’s the same deal I found with the 2 lenses. I know they are just kit lenses but I’ve found in the past that with a little work and patience they can work very well.

That's a great bundle deal. I haven't used the 12-60, but many say it is as good or nearly as good in IQ as the PL 12-60 f/2.8-4. I did have the 45-150, and I think it's a great little lens, just not as fast as more expensive options.

I've only handled the G85, but I did own a G7. Between those two, no question, get the G85. One of the rare Panasonic cameras to get a "Gold" review here on DPR: https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dmc-g85-g80

The G9 is a great deal now too, but bigger, heavier, and pricier.

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