Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9
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![Nikon Z8 front Nikon Z8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Z8/Nikon-Z8-front.jpg)
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Introduced May 2023
(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
- Revealed November 2017
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and G9 (20MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and G9 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.
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The Z8 was announced 5 years later than the G9 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Z8 matches up versus the G9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z8 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Panasonic G9
Z8 | G9 | |||
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Revealed | May 2023 | ![]() | November 2017 | More recent by 67 months |
Display size | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+1049k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Nikon Z8
G9 | Z8 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Panasonic G9
Z8 | G9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z8 enjoys outer measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Z8 versus the G9.
![Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 size comparison Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-G9-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z8 and G9 is 55 and 62 respectively.
![Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 top view buttons comparison Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-G9-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and G9.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z8 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z8 will result in greater detail with its extra 26MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z8 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 sensor size comparison Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-G9-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-G9-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Nikon Z8 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z8 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-05-10 | 2017-11-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 46 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.20 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,089 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 910 grams (2.01 lb) | 658 grams (1.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 119 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 98 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2548 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | one CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD slot | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Cost at release | $3,999 | $1,500 |