Panasonic DMC-G85MK
Panasonic
76 Overall Score
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Sony Alpha a6500 Black 2016
Sony
77 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic DMC-G85MK
No customer feedback yet
Sony Alpha a6500 Black 2016
68 out of 100 high confidence 36 reviews
The Sony a6500 draws strong praise for its compact design, 4K video quality, and fast autofocus, but a vocal minority of users report serious autofocus reliability issues that produce consistently blurry photos in auto mode. While many photographers love its low-light performance and IBIS, concerns about battery life, rolling shutter, missing accessories, and a stiffer lens mount appear in several reviews. Overall, the camera is well-regarded for its features, though quality control and the lack of GPS are notable frustrations.
Pros
- Excellent 4K video quality
- Compact and lightweight body
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Great low-light performance
- In-body image stabilization (IBIS)
Cons
- Serious autofocus issues in auto mode
- Blurry photos reported by multiple users
- Short battery life
- Rolling shutter effect
- Stiff lens mount compared to NEX
Autofocus reliability 8
Video quality 6
Battery life 4
Build quality 5
Gps functionality 3
Image quality 10
Scores
Photography
Product Photography
Travel
Video
Wedding Events
Beginner
Streaming
Vlogging
Sports Wildlife
Youtube
Specifications
| Panasonic DMC-G85MK | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Live MOS | Exmor CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 16 MP | 24.200000762939453 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 200 | 100★ |
| Processor | Venus Engine | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Auto/Manual | Phase Detection: 425Contrast Detection: 169 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps | 11 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 40 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | AVCHD, MP4 | XAVC S |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.10 kg★ | 0.16 kg |
| Battery Life | 800 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-B | Micro-USB★ |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic DMC-G85MK
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong stabilization (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average sensor (10th percentile)10th %ile
Sony Alpha a6500 Black 2016
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sensor (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony Alpha a6500
Scores 77 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.