Panasonic Lumix G85 Mirrorless Micro Four Third Digital Camera with 14-42mm Lens Black

Panasonic Lumix G85 Mirrorless Micro Four Third Digital Camera with 14-42mm Lens

Key Features

• 16MP Live MOS Sensor
• Micro Four Thirds System
• 2.36m-Dot Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Swivel LCD Touchscreen

Designed for video and stills shooters alike, the Lumix DMC-G85 from Panasonic is a versatile Micro Four Thirds camera characterized by its quick performance, flexible photo capabilities, and UHD 4K video recording. Using a 16MP MOS sensor, this mirrorless camera has a sensitivity Range from ISO 200-25600 To suit working in a variety of lighting conditions, and also affords quick shooting speeds up To 10 fps with single-shot autofocus, or 6 fps with continuous autofocus, as well as up To 40 fps when using an electronic shutter function and 30 fps at 8MP with 4K PHOTO Modes. Benefitting working in difficult lighting conditions, 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization can be used To dramatically reduce the appearance of camera shake, and this IS system pairs with Select lens' image stabilization systems for Dual I.S.

Complementing the imaging attributes, the camera also incorporates both a 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder as well as a 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD, which has a free-angle design To better enable working from high and low angles. Built-in Wi-Fi is also integrated into the design, which facilitates wireless image transferring and remote camera control from linked smartphones or tablets. Additionally, the body construction is weather-sealed To guard against dust and moisture for working in inclement weather conditions.

Included with the camera body is the Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S., which is a standard zoom lens that provides a 24-120mm equivalent focal length Range. Its optical design incorporates three aspherical elements and one extra-low dispersion element To reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom Range. POWER O.I.S. is also featured To minimize the appearance of camera shake, and works in conjunction with the camera sensor-shift IS for more effective shake correction.

16MP Live MOS Sensor

Using a 16MP Live MOS sensor, the G85 is capable of capturing clear, high-resolution stills as well as UHD 4K video. The sensor design omits an optical low-pass filter in order To achieve a high degree of sharpness and resolution, and its design also affords a sensitivity Range from ISO 200-25600 To suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. Additionally, fast shooting performance is also afforded, with the ability To shoot at up To 40 fps with an electronic shutter function, 30 fps at 8MP using the 4K PHOTO Modes, 10 fps with AF-S and an electronic shutter, or 9 fps using a mechanical shutter with AF-S.

UHD 4K Video Recording

In addition To the versatile still shooting modes, the G85 also supports recording UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) video with either 30p or 24p frames rates at 100 Mbps. Full HD 1080p/60 is also supported at 28 Mbps in the MP4 format, along with HD recording and Full HD in AVCHD. A built-in stereo microphone can be used during recordings, and features an integrated wind-cut filter for cleaner audio quality when shooting outdoors, or an optional external mic can be used via the 3.5mm jack.

4K PHOTO Modes

Utilizing the 4K video recording capabilities, a trio of still shooting modes are available for recording continuous 8MP stills at a 30 fps shooting rate:

• 4K Burst: Just as with video recording, this mode will allow you To continuously record 8MP images at 30 fps for up To 29 min. 59 sec, making it ideal for instances where you need a fast frame rate in order To capture the best moment.
• 4K Pre-Burst: This mode is ideal for times when you're unsure of the critical moment To press the shutter button and will record 8MP images at 30 fps one second prior To and one second after pressing the shutter button in order To give you 60 frames To choose from.
• 4K Burst (S/S): This mode most closely follows the 4K video recording process, and allows you To playback your video, pause at the chosen moment, and use the shutter button To mark a chosen frame from the video and save it as a single 8MP frame.

Dual Image Stabilization

Helping To achieve the utmost sharpness when photographing handheld, Dual I.S. combines the G85 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization technology with lens-based image stabilization To compensate for a broader Range of movement types To render sharper, clearer imagery. Dual I.S. requires the use of compatible Lumix lenses featuring O.I.S.

Depth-From-Defocus AF Technology

for accelerated autofocus performance, DFD (Depth-From-Defocus) technology is employed To quickly calculate the distance To subjects and adjust the focusing position in order To suit working with continuous shooting rates up To 6 fps with continuous AF. This contrast-detection type focus method benefits both still and video recording modes, as well as subject tracking applications where subject color, size, and motion vectors are used To intelligently lock-onto the moving subjects and ensure precise focus. Additionally, supporting working in low-light conditions, a Starlight AF feature enables accurate AF performance down To -4 EV.

Benefitting manual focus operation, focus peaking is available that highlights bright edges of contrast with a colored outline for quickly recognizing your focus point, as well as Touch MF Assist for touch-to-focus operation.

Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi

• An integrated 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder offers a bright, clear eye-level means for composing images, and features a 0.74x effective magnification.
• A larger means for image composition and playback, the 3.0" 1.04m-dot rear LCD monitor has a free-angle design To support viewing from a variety of angles. It is also a touchscreen, which permits intuitive menu navigation and settings control.
• The camera body features a durable weather-sealed construction that renders it both dust- and splash-proof for use in trying environmental conditions.
• Ten programmable function buttons can be used To control a wide variety of settings and tools.
• The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery is rated To provide approximately 330 shots per charge when working with the rear LCD, 320 shots with the EVF, or 800 shots with the Power Saver LVF mode.
• A built-in pop-up flash is available To provide additional illumination when working in low-light conditions.
• Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity allows for wireless image sharing and remote camera control from linked smartphones and tablets.

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II Overview

Featuring a slim, lightweight design, the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens is a standard zoom, offering a 28-84mm equivalent focal length Range, for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. The lens construction incorporates a pair of aspherical elements, which help To reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom Range for increased clarity and sharpness. This updated model also features MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) To minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. This system is also compatible with Lumix cameras featuring the Dual I.S. feature that pairs in-body and lens-based stabilization methods for comprehensive shake compensation To support stills shooting and movie recording in low-light and other challenging conditions.

• Designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, this lens provides a 28-84mm equivalent focal length Range To cover wide-angle To short telephoto perspectives.
• Two aspherical elements work To reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom Range and also contribute To a more compact, lighter-weight design.
• MEGA O.I.S. compensates for camera shake in order To realize sharper photos and videos when shooting handheld.
• Image stabilization system is compatible with Lumix cameras featuring the Dual I.S. feature that blends both in-camera and lens-based stabilization methods for more effective camera shake correction.
• Compact design measures just 1.9" long and weighs 3.9 oz To maintain a sleek overall profile.
• Rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when working with shallow depth of field techniques.