Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T30
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Introduced November 2017
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Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the G9 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and G9 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-T20 was released 9 months before the G9 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores against the G9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic G9
| Fujifilm X-T20 | G9 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Fujifilm X-T20
| G9 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2017 |  | January 2017 | Fresher by 9 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic G9
| Fujifilm X-T20 | G9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 features outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while 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).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the G9.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and G9 is 83 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and G9.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2017-01-18 | 2017-11-08 |
| Body design | 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 |
| Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 225 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 3,680k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.83x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 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 |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) | 658 grams (1.45 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 350 photographs | 400 photographs |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | DMW-BLF19 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | Single | 2 |
| Price at launch | $900 | $1,500 |