G85vs Z6 III
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Who should buy what
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
Quick take: The z6 iii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the g85 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | G85 (2016) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 426g (body only) | 760g body only |
| Dimensions | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | G85 | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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