Upgrade Guide

Lumix FZ82D→Lumix G85

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

FZ82D

£379

2024

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

G85

£350 (-£29)

2016

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the FZ82D. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the G85

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	FZ82D	G85
Price	£379	£350
Released	2024	2016	↓
Sensor	18.1MP 1/2.3-inch MOS	16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter)
Resolution	18MP	16MP	↓
Video	4K/30p, 4K Photo burst mode	4K/30p, 1080p/60p
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF (DFD) with face detection	Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology
Stabilisation	Power O.I.S. (optical, in-lens)	5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens)
Burst Rate	10fps	9fps	↓
Battery Life	330 shots (CIPA, estimated)	~330 shots (CIPA)
Weight	596g (with battery and card)	426g (body only)	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Yes	↑
Viewfinder	EVF, 2.36M dots	Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification
Screen	Fixed touchscreen	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots
Mount	Fixed 60x zoom lens (20-1200mm equivalent)	Micro Four Thirds
Memory Cards	Single SD (UHS-I)	Single SD UHS-I slot

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