Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S5 II X

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is pretty well matched but the G9 (Four Thirds) and S5 II X (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was released 6 years prior to the S5 II X which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the G9 grades versus the S5 II X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 enjoys external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 II X has specifications of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic S5 II X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 versus the S5 II X.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and S5 II X is 62 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and S5 II X.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic S5 II X will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged G9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.