Panasonic LUMIX G85
Score: 75/100
Sony Alpha A6600
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Sony Alpha a6600 is a flagship APS-C mirrorless camera that combines a 24.2 MP sensor, 5-axis IBIS and a long-lasting battery for hybrid shooting. Its trade-offs are a heavier body, lack of a built-in flash and a relatively small grip for larger hands. It is ideal for enthusiast creators who need fast AF, handheld 4K video and durable weather-sealed construction.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 MP | 24.2 MPbest | |
25,600 | 32,000best | |
330 shots | 810 shotsbest | |
10 fps | 11 fpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 453 gbest | 830 g |
— | 2,280 mAhbest | |
3 inbest | 3 inbest | |
1.04 MPbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Sensor(3) | ||
Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds | APS-C |
Megapixels (MP) | 16 MP | 24.2 MP |
ISO Range (max) | 25600 | 32000 |
Lens & Compatibility(1) | ||
Lens Mount System | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (still images) (shots) | 330 shots | 810 shots |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 10 fps | 11 fps |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Body Weight (g) | 453 g | 830 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 128.4×89×74.3 mm mm | 144x115x240 mm mm |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Resolution (MP) | 1.04 MP | 921600 MP |
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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 a6600 for marrying high-speed autofocus, robust IBIS and unlimited 4K video in a compact, weather-resistant body, positioning it as the flagship APS-C hybrid. However, they note that many of these features are already present in cheaper siblings, and the added weight and lack of built-in flash temper its appeal for some users.
Everyday users appreciate the long battery life, effective in-body stabilization and fast eye-AF, especially for vlogging and travel shooting. Recurring themes of criticism focus on the camera's weight, the relatively small grip for larger hands, and the absence of a built-in flash or fully sealed lens.
“impressive image and video quality plus 4K technology”
“425 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection AF points with 0.02 s focus acquisition and Real-time Eye AF for fast, accurate tracking.”
“5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) enables handheld 4K video and steady stills without a tripod.”
