Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FH8

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FH8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FH8 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was introduced 5 years later than the FH8 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G9 matches up against the FH8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FH8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 versus the FH8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and FH8 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and FH8.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G9 will provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent G9 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.