Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Launched July 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Announced November 2017

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Panasonic G9, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the G9 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and G9 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T2 was manufactured 16 months prior to the G9 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T2 grades vs the G9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic G9
Fujifilm X-T2 | G9 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Fujifilm X-T2
G9 | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Announced | November 2017 | ![]() | July 2016 | More modern by 16 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic G9
Fujifilm X-T2 | G9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T2 has physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Panasonic G9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 against the G9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T2 and G9 is 76 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T2 and G9.
All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T2 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T2 will offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-07-07 | 2017-11-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 507 grams (1.12 lb) | 658 grams (1.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 400 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail pricing | $1,600 | $1,500 |