Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S5 II

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic S5 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the S5 II (24MP) is fairly well matched but the G9 (Four Thirds) and S5 II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was launched 6 years prior to the S5 II and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G9 scores vs the S5 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 comes with outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 II has measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 vs the S5 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and S5 II is 62 and 59 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and S5 II.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic S5 II will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older G9 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.