Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H
Portability
62 Imaging
60 Features
90 Overall
72
62 Imaging
60 Features
90 Overall
72
Portability
52 Imaging
75 Features
87 Overall
79
52 Imaging
75 Features
87 Overall
79
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
Panasonic G9
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
Panasonic S1H
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(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Announced August 2019
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Following is a extended review of the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the S1H (24MP) is fairly well matched but the G9 (Four Thirds) and S1H (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe G9 was launched 21 months earlier than the S1H making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G9 grades vs the S1H in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic S1H
| G9 | S1H |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Panasonic G9
| S1H | G9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2019 |  | November 2017 | More modern by 21 months |
| Display dimension | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2330k |  | 1040k | Clearer display (+1290k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic S1H
| G9 | S1H | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 enjoys exterior measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic S1H has specifications of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G9 versus the S1H.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and S1H is 62 and 52 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and S1H.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic S1H will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G9 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic G9 Portrait photography info
Panasonic S1H Portrait photography info
manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
includes face detect focus
exports RAW files
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/320 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
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Panasonic G9 Street photography information
Panasonic S1H Street photography information
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
has touch to focus
environment proof
good high ISO (25,600)
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
provides focus via touch
weather sealing
great high ISO (51,200)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052g)
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Panasonic G9 Sports photography info
Panasonic S1H Sports photography info
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
high max fps (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
bad battery power (400 shots)
does not have phase detect auto focus
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
low battery power (400 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic G9 Travel photography factors
Panasonic S1H Travel photography factors
environment proof
supports bluetooth
has touch to focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
bad battery power (400 shots)
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
decent MP (24MP)
selfie friendly display
low battery power (400 per charge)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052 grams)
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Panasonic S1H Landscape photography advice
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
does not have anti-alias filter
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proof
has dual storage slots
bad battery power (400 shots)
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
exports RAW files
weather sealing
2 card slots
low battery power (400 shots)
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Panasonic S1H Vlogging info
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic jack
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect autofocus
video res high (5952 x 3988 resolution)
does have microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (1,052 grams)
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2017-11-08 | 2019-08-28 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 225 | 225 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
| Available lenses | 107 | 30 |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,330 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 5,760 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | 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 synchronize | - | 1/320 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3988 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 658 grams (1.45 lbs) | 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
| 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 | 400 photographs | 400 photographs |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | Two | Two |
| Price at launch | $1,500 | $3,998 |