Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix G80 to the Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90)?
Upgrading is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- 20.3MP instead of 16MP
- cleaner high ISO
- 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2016 → 2019)
What you give up
- a heavier body (536g vs 505g)
What it costs
| Lumix G97 (G90) new | £649 |
| Lumix G97 (G90) used (MPB, typical) | £370 |
| Your Lumix G80 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £200 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £170 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Panasonic Lumix G80 specs · Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90) specs · best lenses for the Lumix G97 (G90)
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix G80 to the Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90)?
The upgrade is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. You gain 20.3MP instead of 16MP, cleaner high ISO, 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2016 → 2019), but you lose a heavier body (536g vs 505g).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Lumix G80 to the Lumix G97 (G90)?
The Lumix G97 (G90) costs £649 new and about £370 used at MPB. Trading in a used Lumix G80 might bring roughly £200, so the net cost is around £170 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Lumix G80 lenses work on the Lumix G97 (G90)?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.