Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G9

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic G9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the G9 (20MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 II was introduced 13 months prior to the G9 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-M1 II scores against the G9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 II comes with outer measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 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).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic G9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M1 II compared to the G9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and G9 is 68 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 II and G9.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged E-M1 II is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.