Panasonic LUMIX G85
Score: 75/100
Nikon Z 30
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Panasonic LUMIX G85 is a 2016 Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera featuring a 16 MP sensor, 5-axis in-body stabilization and 4K video. Its older sensor and limited battery life for 4K recording are notable trade-offs. It suits hybrid photo-video enthusiasts who value ruggedness and stabilization.
The Nikon Z30 is a compact APS-C mirrorless camera with a 20.9 MP sensor, eye-detect AF and a fully articulating touchscreen, ideal for vloggers and beginners. It lacks in-body stabilization and an electronic viewfinder, limiting low-light and traditional shooting. Suited for creators who value portability and video features over advanced photography specs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 MP | 20.9 MPbest | |
25,600 | 204,800best | |
330 shotsbest | 330 shotsbest | |
10 fps | 11 fpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 453 g | 350 gbest |
— | 1,250 mAhbest | |
3 in | 3.2 inbest | |
1.04 MPbest | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Sensor(4) | ||
Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds | APS-C |
Megapixels (MP) | 16 MP | 20.9 MP |
ISO Range (max) | 25600 | 204800 |
In‑Body Image Stabilization | true | false |
Lens & Compatibility(1) | ||
Lens Mount System | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z |
Video(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 10 fps | 11 fps |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Body Weight (g) | 453 g | 350 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 128.4×89×74.3 mm mm | 128x73.5x59.5 mm |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 3.0 in | 3.2 in |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors commend the G85 for delivering solid image quality, robust 5-axis stabilization and a weather-sealed chassis at a competitive price, emphasizing its suitability for hybrid shooters and vloggers. However, they criticize the lack of phase-detect AF, the older 16 MP sensor and modest battery life when shooting 4K, noting that newer Micro-Four-Thirds models offer higher resolution and faster autofocus.
Everyday users consistently praise the camera's rugged, weather-proof design, effective stabilization and flexible touchscreen for travel and vlogging, while common complaints focus on short battery life during 4K recording, occasional autofocus lag in dim lighting, and the edge softness of the bundled lens.
Professional reviewers commend the Z30's compact ergonomics, fast burst rate and creator-centric video features, but they consistently point out the missing electronic viewfinder, lack of in-body stabilization, single card slot and modest battery life as significant compromises for serious photographers.
Everyday users praise the camera's portability, intuitive touchscreen and solid 4K video, especially for beginners and vloggers, while repeatedly criticizing the short battery endurance, absence of a viewfinder or IBIS, and limited storage options.
“impressive image and video quality plus 4K technology”
“Little camera but did well”
