Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9
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Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
- Released October 2021
(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
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon Z9 and Panasonic G9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and G9 (20MP) and the Z9 (Full frame) and G9 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z9 was launched 4 years after the G9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z9 matches up against the G9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z9 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z9 Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Panasonic G9
Z9 | G9 | |||
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Introduced | October 2021 | November 2017 | Newer by 49 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2089k | 1040k | Sharper display (+1049k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Nikon Z9
G9 | Z9 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z9 and Panasonic G9
Z9 | G9 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z9 has exterior dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z9 and Panasonic G9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z9 and the G9.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z9 and G9 is 51 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z9 and G9.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z9 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z9 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Z9 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Nikon Z9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-10-28 | 2017-11-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 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 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 29 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,089 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dots | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 900 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
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 file format | H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340 gr (2.95 lb) | 658 gr (1.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 740 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL18d | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual CFexpress Type B slots | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at launch | $5,500 | $1,500 |