Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Released November 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FZ60, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FZ60 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FZ60 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

The G9 was revealed 5 years after the FZ60 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G9 grades vs the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic FZ60
G9 | FZ60 | |||
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Introduced | November 2017 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 65 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Panasonic G9
FZ60 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic FZ60
G9 | FZ60 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 features physical dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FZ60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 vs the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and FZ60 is 62 and 68 respectively.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and FZ60.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher G9 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FZ62 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-11-08 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | 202 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 658 grams (1.45 lbs) | 493 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 450 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Retail cost | $1,500 | $350 |