Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1R

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic S1R, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and S1R (47MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and S1R (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was brought out 15 months prior to the S1R which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G9 grades vs the S1R for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic S1R Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 comes with physical dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic S1R has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic S1R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 versus the S1R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and S1R is 62 and 54 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and S1R.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic S1R will show greater detail having its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged G9 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.