G85vs Sony FX30
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the g85 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | G85 (2016) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 426g (body only) | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | G85 | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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