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Lumix G9
A rugged Micro Four Thirds camera known for fast stills shooting and excellent ergonomics. It remains a strong value for wildlife and outdoor photography.
General Information
BrandPanasonic
NameLumix G9
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Product Highlights
Steadier Handheld Shooting
Five-axis sensor-shift stabilization rated up to 6.5 stops supports Dual I.S. 2-compatible lenses.
Outdoor-Ready Versatility
Weather sealing, dual UHS-I/UHS-II-compatible card slots, an OLED EVF, and a 3-inch free-angle touchscreen support shooting in varied conditions.
The Panasonic Lumix G9 is a weather-sealed Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera with a 20.33-megapixel Live MOS sensor, 4K video, fast burst shooting, and a 658 g body designed for stills, wildlife, and outdoor photography.
Media Reviews
DPReview85/100
The review highlights the camera's high-end stills performance and speed, noting that while it is highly competitive, it falls just short of a top-tier gold award because it largely plays catch-up to cameras already on the market rather than setting a new standard.
Trusted Reviews
The review characterizes the G9 as Panasonic's best stills camera to date, praising its speedy specifications, solid performance in the field, and competitive pricing, with very few faults to report.
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Digital Camera World
The publication concludes that the G9 is a very fast and effective camera for both 4K video and fast-action sports and wildlife photography, offering great image quality despite its smaller sensor, and representing a tempting buy for enthusiasts.
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Photography Life
The reviewers describe the G9 as a top-notch, weather-sealed, and compact Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera that offers significant value for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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Video Analysis
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Most Underrated Camera of 2018 :: Panasonic G9
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My Panasonic Lumix G9 Review // I LOVE IT!
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The best camera I’ve ever bought…
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Panasonic Lumix G9 Full Review | Over 1000 image sample | Original G9
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Lumix G9 - The Best Value Hybrid Camera in 2025?
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 225 | |
| Battery Life | 400 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 60 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi 5GHz (IEEE 802.11a/n/ac), Bluetooth v4.2 (BLE), USB 3.0 Micro-B (SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Gen 1), HDMI Type A (VIERA Link) | |
| Display Type And Size | 3.0-inch Free-angle TFT LCD monitor with static touch control (3:2) | inches |
| Image Stabilization | Image sensor shift type (5-axis / 6.5-stop), Dual I.S. (Dual I.S. 2 compatible) | |
| Iso Range | Still image: Auto / Intelligent ISO / 100 (Extended) to 25600; Creative Video Mode: Auto / 100 (Extended) to 12800 | |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable lens (Micro Four Thirds mount) | |
| Max Frame Rate | 60 fps | fps |
| Sensor Resolution | 20.33 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | Live MOS Sensor | |
| Storage Support | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, UHS-I / UHS-II (UHS Speed Class 3) compatible SDHC/SDXC, Dual card slots (Card slot 1 and Card slot 2) | |
| Video Resolution | 4K (3840x2160) | |
| Viewfinder Type | OLED Live View Finder (EVF) | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 658 g | g |
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