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Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DC-G9, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Nov. 8, 2017.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II
Sensor
This camera has a Live MOS sensor with a 20 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 225 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 400 shots per charge with the included DMW-BLF19 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Sept. 12, 2023.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9
Sensor
This camera has a Live MOS sensor with a 25 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 779 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 5760 x 2880 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 390 shots per charge with the included DMW-BLK22 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 225 | 779 |
Connectivity |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Nov. 8, 2017 | Sept. 12, 2023 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| msrp | $999.99 | $1,697.99 |
| model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Predecessor model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
| Successor model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II | |
Lense |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Focal length multiplier | 2x | 2x |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 128 | 128 |
Other features |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD card slots (UHS-II) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 20.0 fps | 0.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Battery life | 400 shots | 390 shots |
| Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | DMW-BLK22 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm | 134 x 102 x 90mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 658 grs | 658 grs |
Screen |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5776 x 4336 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 20 | 25 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor type | Live MOS | Live MOS |
Headphone port |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 5760 x 2880 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 5760 x 2880 @30p, 4096 x 2160 @ 120p |
Viewfinder |
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Mark II |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 3,680k dots |