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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1

Portability
62
Imaging
61
Features
90
Overall
72
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 front
Portability
82
Imaging
47
Features
50
Overall
48

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs

Panasonic G9
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
  • Revealed November 2017
Panasonic G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Renewed by Panasonic G2
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic G1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and G1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G9 was unveiled 8 years later than the G1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G9 grades against the G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic G1

 G9 G1 
RevealedNovember 2017January 2009Fresher by 108 months
Screen resolution1040k460kClearer screen (+580k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Panasonic G9

 G1 G9 

Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic G1

 G9 G1 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 enjoys exterior measurements 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 G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic G1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 against the G1.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and G1 is 62 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and G1.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic G9 to deliver extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger G9 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic G9 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic G1 as a Portrait photography camera
76
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
58
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic G9
Street photography with Panasonic G1
75
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
72
screen articulates
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic G9 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic G1 as a Sports photography camera
70
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/32,000s)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
bad battery pack (400 shots)
lacks phase detect AF
33
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic G9 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic G1 as a Travel photography camera
70
environment proof
supports bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
bad battery pack (400 shots)
62
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic G9 Landscape photography information
Panasonic G1 Landscape photography information
76
focusing manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
bad battery pack (400 shots)
58
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic G9
Vlogging with Panasonic G1
77
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic socket
18
no video shooting
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic G9 and Panasonic G1
 Panasonic Lumix DC-G9Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
Class Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2017-11-08 2009-01-19
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 17.3 x 13mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3888 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 25600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 3200
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 225 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 107 107
Focal length multiplier 2.1 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,680 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.83x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting rate 20.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 10.50 m
Flash options 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
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 658g (1.45 lb) 360g (0.79 lb)
Physical dimensions 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 53
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 463
Other
Battery life 400 photos 330 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model DMW-BLF19 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots Dual 1
Launch cost $1,500 $0