@@SpencerWhiteman Yes. The look is sweet. So unassuming and unobtrusive. Feels solid in the hand too. Although I shoot mostly in RAW, I have to admit to really liking the L.Monochrome jpg's out of camera. I also use the GX85 often for B-roll video.
only con is that you can not print the results to big formats because of the low megapixels but on the other hand the 4k filming ability is like wtf great ^^ have mine since 1 year and I love it
@@JochenBk not so... I printed a beautiful triptych installation and those were 9 feet tall. So yes, you can print large with excellent results. It even surprised me. Pleasantly so :-)
@@melonmelonii Depends on what you mean by "better". It could be better for some people. Especially if cost is a concern then I would take a gx85 with a handful of good lenses. You can get it with 2 kit lenses for around $500 and spend 500 on a sweet macro lens or batteries and be around 1000 dollars. AND in body stabilization means you can use crazy cheap manual lenses off amazon for like 30 bucks and still get good images. The xt-30 is a fantastic camera with a bigger sensor and imho much better colors and a lot more pixels and a generally better image quality. But it's 1000 for a body with a kit lens. Even adding a viltrox nifty fifty and a spare battery is getting into 1500 dollars and won't have any stabilization. For that money I would say go for something like an x-s10 which has IBIS and can come with a 16-80 for 1500. Though you can get away with using cheaper lenses because of the ibis. So it would save money over time.
I just got this for my birthday on July 12th. It came with the 12-32 and 45-150 lenses for just under $500. I agree with you, that is a tremendous bargain. It may not have the top specs of some of the more recent cameras but it is has enough to make it a feature rich package. The 5 stop IBIS is still better than most current cameras. This is a compact camera to take with you at all times. The one huge drawback is no mic input but you can use something like the Tascam DR-10SG Camera-Mountable Audio Recorder with Shotgun Microphone. You''ll just need to add the audio in via post processing.
I've been using this little guy for a little over a year now and I could not be happier. The quality of images and the removed anti-aliasing from the sensor just makes it great. Not to mention it has a great dynamic range at above +12evs. The 5-axis OIS is the best out there (combine that with a lens that has OIS and your hand is basically a gimbal).
I agree. I picked this up as a second body, and equipped with the Olympus 14-42 EZ, it can fit in a small point-and-shoot zipper case! Definitely underrated.
I love my GX-85. You can still get one on sale in 2021 with the 12-32 and 45-150 for less than $600. IMO, a steal. It's my street photography choice, every single time. I like to put my 14mm 2.5 that I've added to my collection on it and go for a long walk. As he said, the 25mm 1.7 works well too, but I like to get close and shoot away... I've made a lot of friends in my neighborhood this way.
Hi! i have been on this gx85 rabbit hole research. I have the g7 and the s5 from panasonic. I was lucky to find a gentleman on offer up who was selling some mint condition. he only used them once for an action scene then put them away in storage. If you are looking for an everyday carry or a travel then get it! it will not disappoint. I personally got it to shoot photos but its nice knowing I can shoot video if i want to. Thank you for the video!
When you start comparing cameras out there this is one of the best for the money. It has all the major features of more expensive cameras and more than most of its peers. My only complaint is that the screen doesn't flip open to view from the front. Otherwise one of the best on the market
I have made a lot of money with this cam with photos and videos. There are much better lenses than the ones shown here. I look back at some of the photos that I shot with it and am still amazed at the image quality! Not one customer ever said, "hey that's a B camera, you cannot use that!" All I heard is that your photos and videos look great! I had the GX85 put up for a while after getting the G9 which is also very underrated. I got it out recently to do a video shoot along side the G9, not as a "B cam" but as an equal cam. Never lost focus on either cam and really could not tell the quality difference except by their positions at the shoot! Beautiful 4K. Also some of the GX85 photos were used in pamphlets advertising a major follies show in Dallas.
The Lumix GX85 is my first Camera and i love it. It has everything i need and so much more + it is really versatile for my needs. As far as i can say, i dont think i'll switch cameras any time soon.
Agreed, these are excellent little cameras, great for a small outfit which you'll hardly know you're carrying, and/or a refreshing 'vacation' from using a DSLR, especially if you work with big , pro cameras. Like me!
Heyy!! I am a pro and am looking for a cheap little camera to carry daily. Do you believe this to still be a good camera even in 2023? I can get it for 500€ with two kit lenses and a 25mm 1.7
@@HugoFerreira24photo absolutely. Superb walkabout/ back up cameras. I've mixed Lumix photos with pics shot on my Canon R5, and nobody noticed any 'difference'.
@@AndySnap thank you for taking the time :) I am desperate between one of these and a sony a6000. Since I always worked with canon pro line, I am a bit lost 😁
Awesome video for an awesome little camera. Bought myself one in late 2017 and had 3 of my friends getting one as well after shooting with it. I can definitely recommend the 20mm pancake for shooting on the go. And surprisingly the sigma 16mm offers nearly perfect facetracking in videomode so you could use the gx80 as a vlogging cam even without a rotating screen. What are your preferred settings in natural mode for video, minus 5 for everything or do you leave some noise reduction on?
Hey there, thanks for the tips! I really did want a 20mm pancake, makes for such a small compact setup! I like shooting -5 contrast, -5 sharpness, -5 noise reduction and -3 saturation.
HI, im new to photography and i just got my very first entry level camera the gx85. What lens did you use on your vacation? So far i have the panasonic 25mm, 45-150 and 12-32 both of which came with the camera.
@@HeyItsAvi90 I usually like using the kit 12-32 when shooting video day time but the 25mm Olympus version lives on the cam. For portrait I use the Olympus 45mm f1.8. You should get that lens next.
Dude I got this camera gifted to me 2 years ago and never learned how to use it, watched all your videos on it. Amazing content bro! Quick question for filming videos do you recommend filming on the camera with the m or just the m?
Thank you so much for the love brother! I believe M mode for manual is what you're referring too, so yes, M since it allows manual control over your settings to dial in your look.
It's ironic and evidence to your review that now, four years later, this camera is a lot more expensive on the used market than when you (and I) bought it used.
Great review/overview. I'll echo the others who say this video looks great - it does! I was wondering how do the natural profiles compare on the gx85 with the GH5, as I'm thinking about using the gx85 as a B-cam (and I also use natural). Keep it up, liked/subbed!
Wow, I am so sorry for the extremely delayed response, usually I'm really good about getting back to the comment section! The Natural profiles on the GH5 & GX85 look identical. With the GH5 you have the extra option of changing your hue but that's not super applicable here. I think the GX is the perfect b cam to the GH5!
Great video! Really well done ) I wonder if the mistere around the GX80/85 cage has been resolved? (It's just that I've been desperately looking for this cage for quite some time and I have the impression that it's not available anywhere, not even second hand...)
Hey Spencer. Great video. Just picked up this camera a few weeks ago. What dialed down version of natural are you using? What are your preferred settings?
Had the GX85 for 3 years before upgrading to the G9. Now I'm back to using the GX85 exclusively as a pocket travel camera with the 20mm f1.7 lens. The grip kind of sucks but it works ok for small lenses. Which is what this camera is really made for anyway.
Yeah I've heard of people complaining about the 85's grip compared to the G9. I totally agree, camera is perfectly suited for small lens. Like that 20mm you have! How do you like it?
@@SpencerWhiteman Love it. I think the GX85 with the 20mm f1.7 is the best bring with you everywhere camera. Since it's much better quality than cellphone cameras, stabilized, fits in cargo pants or shorts perfectly and can take quality indoor or outdoor photos. Plus easy to transfer photos to cellphone to edit.
@@overnightdelivery I love it. I think the 20mm is the perfect lens for the GX85. Tiny with a pancake design, but still really fast. And you're able to get a slightly wider FOV compared to the 25 which I really love.
hi Spencer, can you tell me how you shot the little mini videos starting at 1:14? Camera settings and if you altered the video in some sort of editing software afterwards? I know nothing about videoing but i have a gx8 and am looking to learn. thanks!
Sure thing, David! I shot everything in Natural with -5 on all the settings except Saturation was set to -3. I'd rather pull some saturation out If I have to, then have to worry about putting it back in, especially with a compressed 8 bit video file. Most shots were in 4k 24p besides two of the shots that were filmed in 1080 60p. I just applied some simple color correction and a simple Kodak LUT that's dropped to a low opacity, just to add a bit of "flavor and look" to the clips. Thanks!
I use it as well, I got a new one without lenses and battery for $200. I also have g7 with 14-140 and 25. It's really bank in back if you have M43 eco system.
Hey Spencer, Great video, Just subbed, Thanks! Hey are you in Toronto? Looking for a second smaller camera for street and video, and this looks appealing? Any recommendations in 2021?
Thank you so much Carmine! I actually im in the most Southwest part of Ontario, a little town called Amherstburg! I think the GX85 is right up you alley, specially for the price. You could look at the Sony A7C, but that'll run you quite a bit more. The GX85 is still incredible!
I was set on this camera but now I am back to debating between this and the a6000. Any advice? (My photography will be portrait and landscape focus. And I also want to have decent low-light quality for concerts etc..). Its for a hobby, but I'm still indecisive lol
Hey man! seeing this comment after 2 years, i have the same doubt as yours... what did you chose that time and how did it turn out?? pls help me choose lol
Thank you! I've never looked into the Olympus, looks like they have very similar specs! The gx85 does look a touch smaller, especially the VF. They both look sexy though!
LUMIX GX85 Mirrorless 4K Photo Digital Camera Body Two Lens Bundle with 12-32mm and 45-150mm Lenses or Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Vlogging Camera Kit with EF-M 15-45mm lens. Which one should I buy for 500?
@@FR8Productions The 70-200 would probably break the cameras mount haha. Just make sure to keep your hand under the lens and most of the lifting would be coming from that contact point lol. I haven't really tested the burst mode for photos on this thing, but for video I'm sure it would work great!
Whenever I am attempting to capture footage and there is some background light. I get an annoying greenish, reflective flare at the bottom of my frame and as I move the camera it moves with the camera. It is difficult to explain without being able to send a photo/video. Is this normal or is there possibly something wrong with my gx85? I am new to photography and don't have much experience. I am a subscriber and I watch all of your vids. I hope to one day get to the point where my footage looks as good as yours. Thanks
Hey Dan, I'm so sorry for the late reply, if this message it to late I apologize. So it seems like a flare is entering into your lens and possibly with the IBIS enabled it's displaying as a wobbly reflective flare? Let me know if that sounds right, maybe we can troubleshoot it!
Where did you grab that deal? Which lense do you use for lowlight camera and video shooting? Thanks for this review. Let me know if you want to sell your camera.
Hey Maria! I grabbed that deal from Facebook Marketplace, keep your eyes peeled on there. I really like the 25mm 1.7 for lowlight, it's a pretty fast lens.
I believe Panasonic just updated some cameras with some webcam abilities. I'm not sure if this is true with the GX or not. Vlogging isn't the best with this cam since you only can use the internal mics. Which most people wouldn't care too much about, but I like nice audio!
Spencer Whiteman true true, it’s just something for myself because I’ve been using the Canon hf r600 and I need to upgrade my camera for recording and something to use for vlogging.
Hi Spencer,just bought this camera a week ago and i am still learning how to use it,coming from a dslr for years,i am still struggling a bit how this works,on manual mode in dslr,when you adjust and aperture or the shutter speed,you can see right away the changes it makes on the screen right before even take the shot but with this camera,even after dialling the aperture and the shutter speed,screens still stays the same,you will only find out that the shot is under or overexposed right after the shot,is this normal or it's just in the settings?thanks
There may have been some software updates but AF is still a no go for video. You might be able to get away with it on native lenses that are really wide, but besides that, I'd say it's a no go zone.
It really sounds like you are saying you paid about $400 for the camera and three lenses. I'm thinking you meant you paid for $400 for the camera and one lens, and then bought two more lenses. If not, I want that first deal, too!
Haha! Oh man, yes it was 400 with all 3 lenses! The camera really wasn't talked much about then, I feel as if it's gotten more hype in the last year and a half or so. Prices may have gone up even though it has gotten older lol!
Rebecca Kuperstein Absolutely! You slap a wide lens on this guy, stop down your aperture and you’re good to go. The Anti Aliasing filter has been removed from the camera internals, so the sensor is ultra sharp and it’s great for maintaining detail which is nice for landscape photography.
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This camera is a piece of art. Highly underrated.
It's not.
@@Arcticfox7with 300mm reflex lens, it is. Ultimate spy cam setup
Probably one of the most underrated little cameras out there. It's excellent. Perfect for street photography.
You got that right. Such a little gem for street work. Love the look of the body as well.
@@SpencerWhiteman Yes. The look is sweet. So unassuming and unobtrusive. Feels solid in the hand too. Although I shoot mostly in RAW, I have to admit to really liking the L.Monochrome jpg's out of camera. I also use the GX85 often for B-roll video.
@@AlexZafer I love the Monochrome Jpegs! I'm glad to hear you're utilizing that.
only con is that you can not print the results to big formats because of the low megapixels but on the other hand the 4k filming ability is like wtf great ^^ have mine since 1 year and I love it
@@JochenBk not so... I printed a beautiful triptych installation and those were 9 feet tall. So yes, you can print large with excellent results. It even surprised me. Pleasantly so :-)
They didn't put in a mic jack because they knew it would be the perfect camera, and they wouldn't sell the more expensive models :(
Same with the screen. If you want the flip screen and a mic jack you have to either give up ibis and get the g7 or drop hundreds more to get the g85
@@JC-fj7oo is this better than Fuji XT30?
@@melonmelonii Depends on what you mean by "better". It could be better for some people. Especially if cost is a concern then I would take a gx85 with a handful of good lenses. You can get it with 2 kit lenses for around $500 and spend 500 on a sweet macro lens or batteries and be around 1000 dollars. AND in body stabilization means you can use crazy cheap manual lenses off amazon for like 30 bucks and still get good images.
The xt-30 is a fantastic camera with a bigger sensor and imho much better colors and a lot more pixels and a generally better image quality. But it's 1000 for a body with a kit lens. Even adding a viltrox nifty fifty and a spare battery is getting into 1500 dollars and won't have any stabilization.
For that money I would say go for something like an x-s10 which has IBIS and can come with a 16-80 for 1500. Though you can get away with using cheaper lenses because of the ibis. So it would save money over time.
yeah, g85 is much more expensive and over my budget while having essentially the same feature
I come back to this video once a week. I keep coming back to the GX85 because of this video
Haha that is so sick man! I love it :)
@@SpencerWhiteman ya you captured some intangible feeling in this video, I love it! Keep up the awesome work.
I just got this for my birthday on July 12th. It came with the 12-32 and 45-150 lenses for just under $500. I agree with you, that is a tremendous bargain. It may not have the top specs of some of the more recent cameras but it is has enough to make it a feature rich package. The 5 stop IBIS is still better than most current cameras. This is a compact camera to take with you at all times. The one huge drawback is no mic input but you can use something like the Tascam DR-10SG Camera-Mountable Audio Recorder with Shotgun Microphone. You''ll just need to add the audio in via post processing.
I've been using this little guy for a little over a year now and I could not be happier. The quality of images and the removed anti-aliasing from the sensor just makes it great. Not to mention it has a great dynamic range at above +12evs. The 5-axis OIS is the best out there (combine that with a lens that has OIS and your hand is basically a gimbal).
The sound, your voice, the footage quality, all make me wow! Cant understand why you have only some k sub. Keep it up bro, nice work!
I agree. I picked this up as a second body, and equipped with the Olympus 14-42 EZ, it can fit in a small point-and-shoot zipper case! Definitely underrated.
One of the best bang for your buck camera’s out there. Put 25mm 1.7 on there and you have a sweet little setup.
I love my GX-85. You can still get one on sale in 2021 with the 12-32 and 45-150 for less than $600. IMO, a steal. It's my street photography choice, every single time. I like to put my 14mm 2.5 that I've added to my collection on it and go for a long walk. As he said, the 25mm 1.7 works well too, but I like to get close and shoot away... I've made a lot of friends in my neighborhood this way.
Highly underrated camera. Great review!
I appreciate it!
Hi! i have been on this gx85 rabbit hole research. I have the g7 and the s5 from panasonic. I was lucky to find a gentleman on offer up who was selling some mint condition. he only used them once for an action scene then put them away in storage. If you are looking for an everyday carry or a travel then get it! it will not disappoint. I personally got it to shoot photos but its nice knowing I can shoot video if i want to. Thank you for the video!
I love The background music
I believe that it is Erik Satie(French impressionist). I could have the name spelled incorrectly.
This is a truly amazing camera indeed! Got it as a birthday gift from my sister last month...
When you start comparing cameras out there this is one of the best for the money. It has all the major features of more expensive cameras and more than most of its peers. My only complaint is that the screen doesn't flip open to view from the front. Otherwise one of the best on the market
I have made a lot of money with this cam with photos and videos. There are much better lenses than the ones shown here. I look back at some of the photos that I shot with it and am still amazed at the image quality! Not one customer ever said, "hey that's a B camera, you cannot use that!" All I heard is that your photos and videos look great! I had the GX85 put up for a while after getting the G9 which is also very underrated. I got it out recently to do a video shoot along side the G9, not as a "B cam" but as an equal cam. Never lost focus on either cam and really could not tell the quality difference except by their positions at the shoot! Beautiful 4K. Also some of the GX85 photos were used in pamphlets advertising a major follies show in Dallas.
Please do share some of your recommendations for lenses, sir! :) I am planning to buy this camera soon
I love mine ! It is soo good with the 25mm f1.7!
if you stick a "Leica" badge on this camera
the value goes double.
:)
Not a bad idea LOL!
Leica already does that. The SL2 has a lot of the same internals as the Panasonic S1
More like quadruple
Got this for 200€ with 3 batteries, leather cover and the kit lens. Quite a steal I think!
Amazing deal!
Me 200€ only body and 1 battery...
F***!!!
The Lumix GX85 is my first Camera and i love it.
It has everything i need and so much more + it is really versatile for my needs.
As far as i can say, i dont think i'll switch cameras any time soon.
LOVE THIS CAMERA
I recently switched to Fujifilm xt1(mint) , but I will never get rid of my gx80. Great family camera.
Amen to that!
I got the G7 and i LOVE it...and this is My Next Purchase as a Second Camera for when I'm doing reviews and Unboxings.
This video of you talking is literally the best review quality wise (colours, lighting, composition) I've ever come across on RUclips.
Thomas Kop That means a lot man, thank you so much for the kind words!
@@SpencerWhiteman you're welcome 💯
This video is beautiful. so softly graded, thinking of getting this camera !
That means a lot my friend! Awesome little camera, I'd highly suggest you pick one up.
Agreed, these are excellent little cameras, great for a small outfit which you'll hardly know you're carrying, and/or a refreshing 'vacation' from using a DSLR, especially if you work with big , pro cameras. Like me!
So refreshing to carry around such a small body, love it!
Heyy!! I am a pro and am looking for a cheap little camera to carry daily. Do you believe this to still be a good camera even in 2023? I can get it for 500€ with two kit lenses and a 25mm 1.7
@@HugoFerreira24photo absolutely. Superb walkabout/ back up cameras. I've mixed Lumix photos with pics shot on my Canon R5, and nobody noticed any 'difference'.
@@AndySnap thank you for taking the time :) I am desperate between one of these and a sony a6000. Since I always worked with canon pro line, I am a bit lost 😁
Awesome video for an awesome little camera. Bought myself one in late 2017 and had 3 of my friends getting one as well after shooting with it.
I can definitely recommend the 20mm pancake for shooting on the go. And surprisingly the sigma 16mm offers nearly perfect facetracking in videomode so you could use the gx80 as a vlogging cam even without a rotating screen.
What are your preferred settings in natural mode for video, minus 5 for everything or do you leave some noise reduction on?
Hey there, thanks for the tips! I really did want a 20mm pancake, makes for such a small compact setup! I like shooting -5 contrast, -5 sharpness, -5 noise reduction and -3 saturation.
Fantastic review, Spencer, brother! Much Appreciated :)
Picking up this camera with the Panasonic 15mm 1.7. Cannot wait to see the results
The GX85 is my favorite camera. My first one got messed up while I was on vacation 2 years ago I recently picked up a replacement.
HI, im new to photography and i just got my very first entry level camera the gx85. What lens did you use on your vacation? So far i have the panasonic 25mm, 45-150 and 12-32 both of which came with the camera.
@@HeyItsAvi90 I usually like using the kit 12-32 when shooting video day time but the 25mm Olympus version lives on the cam. For portrait I use the Olympus 45mm f1.8. You should get that lens next.
Thank you for the great video! Purchased the camera because of your insight and subscribed because of the quality of your videos.
Hey Troy that is so awesome to hear! Thank you so much for the support!
Just bought one because of you ! Thanks for your chanel, that's exactly what I was looking for :)
So awesome man! I'm glad you were inspired :)
The Panasonic 45.5 f1.7. Is fantastic must have
Dude I got this camera gifted to me 2 years ago and never learned how to use it, watched all your videos on it. Amazing content bro! Quick question for filming videos do you recommend filming on the camera with the m or just the m?
Thank you so much for the love brother! I believe M mode for manual is what you're referring too, so yes, M since it allows manual control over your settings to dial in your look.
It's ironic and evidence to your review that now, four years later, this camera is a lot more expensive on the used market than when you (and I) bought it used.
I liked the way you present in the video. Of course the camera is good too.
Thank you so much man!
nice video friend, so smooth and professional ( im newi in video cameras ) is this better than the g7?
Just bought recently the GX85 with the 14-45 Kit-Zoom, just for 240 USD and will use it mainly for ICM-Photography.
They increased the cost now.. I wish I had the urge to buy camera when it was cheaper 😜
How much is it now?
@@thesehoesaintloyal6267 1 million dollars
Can you flip the screen to take selfies?
btw amazing channel amazing video, I'm binge watching your videos now... really soothing! subbed
like your video mood. looks comfortable and professional
Thank you my friend!
Great review. I love this camera - use it for my travel videos all the time
Good looks my friend, checking out your page right now!
Great review/overview. I'll echo the others who say this video looks great - it does! I was wondering how do the natural profiles compare on the gx85 with the GH5, as I'm thinking about using the gx85 as a B-cam (and I also use natural). Keep it up, liked/subbed!
Wow, I am so sorry for the extremely delayed response, usually I'm really good about getting back to the comment section! The Natural profiles on the GH5 & GX85 look identical. With the GH5 you have the extra option of changing your hue but that's not super applicable here. I think the GX is the perfect b cam to the GH5!
Small camera ( but not light ) ... Still awesome camera in 2020
Great video! Really well done )
I wonder if the mistere around the GX80/85 cage has been resolved?
(It's just that I've been desperately looking for this cage for quite some time and I have the impression that it's not available anywhere, not even second hand...)
Just got it brand new as a backup for my Panasonic G9 for $295. Just a great camera.
WHO IS SERAFIN Now that’s a steal! Such a great backup and all around every day snapper.
Hey, I’m in this 😂! Love the vid ❤️
Haha thanks brotha!
I love your videos Spencer!
Drayton Alan Thank you Alan, that means a lot!
A great, great deal!
Your videos are amazing! I just bought this camera :D
Thank you so much my friend!
@@SpencerWhiteman Looking forward to more of your videos :)
i love this camera and i'm about to buy. Can it be used with gimball? I have zhiyun crane plus.
Hey friend! Great video, where abouts did you purchase the camera from? Second hand? Great price if you got the three lenses with it.
Hey there! I purchased it second hand but it was practically in new condition. It was a local sale. Keep your eyes peeled on ebay though!
Hey Spencer. Great video. Just picked up this camera a few weeks ago. What dialed down version of natural are you using? What are your preferred settings?
Hey Paul! I use -5 Sharpness, -5 Contrast, -5 Noise Reduction & -3 Saturation.
Had the GX85 for 3 years before upgrading to the G9. Now I'm back to using the GX85 exclusively as a pocket travel camera with the 20mm f1.7 lens.
The grip kind of sucks but it works ok for small lenses. Which is what this camera is really made for anyway.
Yeah I've heard of people complaining about the 85's grip compared to the G9. I totally agree, camera is perfectly suited for small lens. Like that 20mm you have! How do you like it?
@@SpencerWhiteman Love it. I think the GX85 with the 20mm f1.7 is the best bring with you everywhere camera. Since it's much better quality than cellphone cameras, stabilized, fits in cargo pants or shorts perfectly and can take quality indoor or outdoor photos. Plus easy to transfer photos to cellphone to edit.
@@overnightdelivery I love it. I think the 20mm is the perfect lens for the GX85. Tiny with a pancake design, but still really fast. And you're able to get a slightly wider FOV compared to the 25 which I really love.
Thank you for another excellent review!
Of course, thank you so much for watching!
Did you buy the camera used? I want to buy this camera but it’s 800 for a brand new one with two lenses.
hi Spencer, can you tell me how you shot the little mini videos starting at 1:14? Camera settings and if you altered the video in some sort of editing software afterwards? I know nothing about videoing but i have a gx8 and am looking to learn. thanks!
Sure thing, David! I shot everything in Natural with -5 on all the settings except Saturation was set to -3. I'd rather pull some saturation out If I have to, then have to worry about putting it back in, especially with a compressed 8 bit video file. Most shots were in 4k 24p besides two of the shots that were filmed in 1080 60p. I just applied some simple color correction and a simple Kodak LUT that's dropped to a low opacity, just to add a bit of "flavor and look" to the clips. Thanks!
@@SpencerWhiteman thanks for the reply!
I use it as well, I got a new one without lenses and battery for $200. I also have g7 with 14-140 and 25. It's really bank in back if you have M43 eco system.
I’m just here to enjoy the music.
Haha please enjoy!
When you say you like the 25 mm paired up with that camera, is that the lens that came with the camera?
Where did you get this amazing deal?
Roni A. Matzkin It was a local deal on FB marketplace! Always keep your eyes peeled on there!
Hey Spencer, Great video, Just subbed, Thanks! Hey are you in Toronto? Looking for a second smaller camera for street and video, and this looks appealing? Any recommendations in 2021?
Thank you so much Carmine! I actually im in the most Southwest part of Ontario, a little town called Amherstburg! I think the GX85 is right up you alley, specially for the price. You could look at the Sony A7C, but that'll run you quite a bit more. The GX85 is still incredible!
Also, I'd look into the Fuji XE4 for something with a similar design.
Does Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 have stabilization mechanism on its sensor?
Does Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX80 have that too?
Yup! Same camera, just different name in the Eastern side of the globe!
I was set on this camera but now I am back to debating between this and the a6000. Any advice? (My photography will be portrait and landscape focus. And I also want to have decent low-light quality for concerts etc..). Its for a hobby, but I'm still indecisive lol
Hey man! seeing this comment after 2 years, i have the same doubt as yours... what did you chose that time and how did it turn out?? pls help me choose lol
This camera it will work with external monitor? Because of the holidays my camera just not arrived yet.
It should! As long as you have a Micro HDMI cable!
Nice video, great music
Seems like you do use a good amount of slow mo at 60p...am I just crazy? How do you get such cinematic looking shots without it?
Haha most shots are 4k 24p! I'm pretty good at keeping my camera still. Plus, the IBIS is incredible on the GX85.
Good video........great sausages!
Great review! I honestly can't decide between this and the Olympus E-M10 Mark III. Rangefinder style cameras are really sexy though
Thank you! I've never looked into the Olympus, looks like they have very similar specs! The gx85 does look a touch smaller, especially the VF. They both look sexy though!
I was deciding the same, and ended up getting the mark iii because it was newer and just easier settings. Super super pretty camera
V good video, plz advise me best photo camera for videos under 1200$, plz reply.
If I want the same video quality as this, but also good audio, what is the most economic route?
G81
G85!
Should i sell my XT4 to use this as my casual aka cash money aka casual money camera?
Hmm, the two things that I would miss on the XT4 would be a mic input and a flip screen!
LUMIX GX85 Mirrorless 4K Photo Digital Camera Body Two Lens Bundle with 12-32mm and 45-150mm Lenses or Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Vlogging Camera Kit with EF-M 15-45mm lens.
Which one should I buy for 500?
What would be similar to this but have better autofocus for video?
Good camera. A bit expensive in my place of living, approx. $750 for 12-32 kit new.
Ahh sorry to hear that, I'd recommend looking for used!
I use one it’s a great camera
It sure is!
You're the man
No you’re the man!!
Does it allow to put another lense or only-standard-lense camera? (Sorry if it is a silly question I am a beginner candidate)
No problem! Sorry for the late reply as well. You can use just about any lens with this camera, you just need the right adapters!
how would this do for Sports? SPecifically volleyball indoors? Im coming from a canon 7d and want portability etc
For photo or video work?
@@SpencerWhiteman Both? I realize ideally I would have a f2.8 70-200 Canon but I really want something small
@@FR8Productions The 70-200 would probably break the cameras mount haha. Just make sure to keep your hand under the lens and most of the lifting would be coming from that contact point lol. I haven't really tested the burst mode for photos on this thing, but for video I'm sure it would work great!
well i loved this camera for photography.... but bot sports and not even w a luxury lense. it just isnt fast enough for me. opted for the 80d
@@FR8Productions Doesn't the 80D & the GX85 take the same amount of frames in their burst modes?
Whenever I am attempting to capture footage and there is some background light. I get an annoying greenish, reflective flare at the bottom of my frame and as I move the camera it moves with the camera. It is difficult to explain without being able to send a photo/video. Is this normal or is there possibly something wrong with my gx85? I am new to photography and don't have much experience. I am a subscriber and I watch all of your vids. I hope to one day get to the point where my footage looks as good as yours. Thanks
Hey Dan, I'm so sorry for the late reply, if this message it to late I apologize. So it seems like a flare is entering into your lens and possibly with the IBIS enabled it's displaying as a wobbly reflective flare? Let me know if that sounds right, maybe we can troubleshoot it!
@@SpencerWhiteman Thanks
Spencer what are your settings on the Natural profile for this Panasonic Camera
Hey man! I highlight my specific settings in my "How to get the most out of your GX85" video, check it out!
Where did you grab that deal? Which lense do you use for lowlight camera and video shooting? Thanks for this review. Let me know if you want to sell your camera.
Hey Maria! I grabbed that deal from Facebook Marketplace, keep your eyes peeled on there. I really like the 25mm 1.7 for lowlight, it's a pretty fast lens.
nice work.... just keep going bro
Thank you man!
Can this be used if you wanted to switch from being a vlogger to be used as a webcam when either live streaming or just doing video recording?
I believe Panasonic just updated some cameras with some webcam abilities. I'm not sure if this is true with the GX or not. Vlogging isn't the best with this cam since you only can use the internal mics. Which most people wouldn't care too much about, but I like nice audio!
Spencer Whiteman true true, it’s just something for myself because I’ve been using the Canon hf r600 and I need to upgrade my camera for recording and something to use for vlogging.
Spencer Whiteman and I have thought about getting into photography so do you have like any pointers for amateurs like me.
Hi Spencer,just bought this camera a week ago and i am still learning how to use it,coming from a dslr for years,i am still struggling a bit how this works,on manual mode in dslr,when you adjust and aperture or the shutter speed,you can see right away the changes it makes on the screen right before even take the shot but with this camera,even after dialling the aperture and the shutter speed,screens still stays the same,you will only find out that the shot is under or overexposed right after the shot,is this normal or it's just in the settings?thanks
Hey there! It's available in the camera settings. Go to the Wrench icon with the C next to it, then toggle on "Constant Preview".
@@SpencerWhiteman worked like a charm man,thanks a bunch!
@@harolddasynth795 No problem my friend!
Inglés
Does it heat up when you record in 4k? Does it turn off by heating?
I own GX80 and there is no heat at all during recording in 4K. Cheers
@@xtraxx19 thanks freen
You said the af is no good for video? Has there been any recent updates?
There may have been some software updates but AF is still a no go for video. You might be able to get away with it on native lenses that are really wide, but besides that, I'd say it's a no go zone.
Would this camera be too advanced for a complete beginner?
Emily Zolman Absolutely not! I think it’s perfect!
It really sounds like you are saying you paid about $400 for the camera and three lenses. I'm thinking you meant you paid for $400 for the camera and one lens, and then bought two more lenses. If not, I want that first deal, too!
Haha! Oh man, yes it was 400 with all 3 lenses! The camera really wasn't talked much about then, I feel as if it's gotten more hype in the last year and a half or so. Prices may have gone up even though it has gotten older lol!
do you mind sharing where you got bought this from would love to pick one up?
Hey there, I actually bought this from a local user on FB marketplace.
Do you think it has the potential to take great landscape photos?
Rebecca Kuperstein Absolutely! You slap a wide lens on this guy, stop down your aperture and you’re good to go. The Anti Aliasing filter has been removed from the camera internals, so the sensor is ultra sharp and it’s great for maintaining detail which is nice for landscape photography.
@@SpencerWhiteman Thank you! I want to learn photography and this seems like a great inro camera.
@@beckykuperstein An awesome intro camera for sure, keep on reading up on it and researching it!
Is the Panasonic GX85 filming in both 8 bit and 10 bit
The GX85 only shoots in 8 bit!
What are your settings on the camera for this video?
Hello, does it use the same battery as the g7 and g85.
It does not! Sorry for the late reply.
@@SpencerWhiteman Ok.Thanks
Does the kit lens have better low light than the g7 kit lens.
Forgotten Potato Nope, they are exactly the same 👍
@@SpencerWhiteman Thanks dude!
Product Available???
Can buy eBay? Amazon? AliExpress? Any site???
Getting robbed in the UK. You got a camera and 3 lenses for what we would pay for one of the lenses alone!
LOL! That is a bummer, I did find a heck of a deal though. Even then, it sounds like stuff is a bit more expensive over there.
Is it good for beginner filmmaking
Sure is my friend! Sorry for the late reply!
is this better than Fuji XT30?
I personally believe it is a superior camera to the xt-30, more specifically on the video side of things. I can't say much for photo!