Comments on: I Bought a Lumix DMC-G81M (G80-85) in 2025

By: Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography

Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:32:52 +0000

In reply to Bushcrafter.I’ve had prints ordered that are almost beyond belief (aps-c). One was so large it must have been for a wall mural , another specialty order…a shower curtain . I always assume whatever I publish gets printed, easier if someone should want a photo of a 20 meter duck.

By: Bushcrafter

Bushcrafter — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:19:05 +0000

In reply to Ted Jennings – TPJ Photography.

Exactly! Unless you need massive prints or billboard-sized images, there’s really no point—especially with only slightly larger APS-C sensors. Maybe it’s just a workout! 😄

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By: Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography

Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:27:29 +0000

In reply to Bushcrafter.

I have always wondered why they dropped out of favor, I just remember seeing the video. Big chunky Nikon and Canon still rule high end wildlife here. Ha, my wife heads out with a pack full. Even after seeing my neck, the trauma, not changing. 😂

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By: Bushcrafter

Bushcrafter — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:25:26 +0000

In reply to Ted Jennings – TPJ Photography.

For stills, the G81 is decent—no OM-1, of course, but it’s a 10-year-old camera. However, it’s still excellent for video!

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By: Bushcrafter

Bushcrafter — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:21:26 +0000

In reply to danielm.

Thanks for your comment, Daniel! I’m really happy with the Lumix G81—it’s a great addition to my gear. All the best!
Marc

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By: Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography

Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:29 +0000

There was a time in my area when Wildlife Photographers, especially ones visiting, were using Lumix about that age out in the boonies. Some locals also tried them. I remember them being great for video out there but for stills users were unhappy. Not sure why. I do know they stopped doing video too because no one wanted to lug tripods on the marsh trails. Heavy, loud, and not meant for silently finding wildlife. I do remember them being great video being impressive though.

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By: danielm

danielm — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:56:39 +0000

Hi Marc, Good gratulations for your new addition and for this interesting introduction to the Pana Lumix universe 😉 . I was curious about your feelings regarding the ergonomics of the G80-81-85 because I always found that the Panasonic design team have done it right from the start compare to the Olympus counterparts (although their OM-D series was well done too). Thanks again for sharing our thoughts about it. Have a nice weekend, Daniel M

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By: Bushcrafter

Bushcrafter — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:58:14 +0000

In reply to Mark G Adams.

Well, Mark, I guess it all comes down to what we’re used to, and people—including me 😊—can sometimes overcomplicate things.

Thanks, Mark! Wishing you a fantastic weekend too!

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By: Mark G Adams

Mark G Adams — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:18:13 +0000

Another great camera you have there. You know, talking of menu settings etc, I often use a Panasonic Lumix G9ii and very often have to correct the settings as my mate loves to fiddle and inevitably screws things up. I have been helping him since that camera was released, and the damn menu still trips me up! I wish camera menus were all as simple as on Nikons!

Enjoy your new camera, I will enjoy seeing more from it!

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By: Red Wolf – La Gallerie

Red Wolf – La Gallerie — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:46:12 +0000

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