Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic G9

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic G9, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the G9 (20MP) is fairly close but the FZ1000 II (1") and G9 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 II was introduced 16 months later than the G9 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ1000 II grades vs the G9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 II comes with outside dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic G9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ1000 II against the G9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and G9 is 55 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 II and G9.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The FZ1000 II provides the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The more modern FZ1000 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.