Panasonic
Lumix GX85
Compact MFT rangefinder body with 16MP sensor, 5-axis stabilization, and 4K Photo features.
$799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2016
Panasonic
Lumix GX9
Compact rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds camera with 20MP sensor, tilting EVF, IBIS, and 4K video.
$999
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Lumix GX9 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GX85
Wins
Lumix GX9
13 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GX9 has higher RAW buffer depth (30 frames vs 13 frames)
- BLumix GX9 has higher Resolution (20.3 MP vs 16 MP)
- BLumix GX9 has higher Burst (mechanical) (9 fps vs 8 fps)
- ALumix GX85 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (290 shots vs 260 shots)
- ALumix GX85 has higher Burst (electronic) (10 fps vs 9 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GX85
122 × 71 × 44 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GX9
124 × 72 × 47 mm
450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)
Lumix GX85 is 2mm narrower, 2mm shorter, and 3mm thinner than Lumix GX9.
Lumix GX85 is 24 g lighter than Lumix GX9.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Lumix GX85 · 47mm Lumix GX9
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GX85
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GX9
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GX85
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix GX9
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix GX85
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122, 70.6, 43.9
Battery life (CIPA)
290 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
10 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Weight
426 g vs 450 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GX9
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 72.1, 46.8
RAW buffer depth
30 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Bluetooth
Only Lumix GX9 supports it
Resolution
20.3 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
9 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 200
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GX85
Pros
- ✓Compact body
- ✓IBIS
- ✓4K video
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –16MP sensor
- –No weather sealing
- –Older AF
Lumix GX9
Pros
- ✓Compact rangefinder body
- ✓20MP MFT sensor
- ✓Tilting EVF
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –No weather sealing
- –Single card slot
- –Small grip
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Lumix GX85 or Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX85 scores 5.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Lumix GX9 — 426g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GX85 and Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX85 is 16 MP and Lumix GX9 is 20.3 MP, so the Lumix GX9 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GX85 and Lumix GX9 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GX85 has 4-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GX9 has 4-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GX85 or the Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX85 reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix GX9 reaches 9 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GX85 and Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX85 weighs 426 g and Lumix GX9 weighs 450 g, so the Lumix GX85 is 24 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GX85 and Lumix GX9 record 4K video?
Lumix GX85: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GX9: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GX85 and Lumix GX9 weather sealed?
Lumix GX85: No. Lumix GX9: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 290 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GX85 and 260 shots for the Lumix GX9, giving the Lumix GX85 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GX85 launched at $799 and Lumix GX9 at $999. The Lumix GX85 is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.