Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Key Specs
(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 Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Released November 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF7
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic GF8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and GF8 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe G9 was introduced 22 months after the GF8 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G9 matches up versus the GF8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic GF8
G9 | GF8 | |||
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Introduced | November 2017 | February 2016 | Newer by 22 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF8 over the Panasonic G9
GF8 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic GF8
G9 | GF8 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 compared to the GF8.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and GF8 is 62 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and GF8.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic G9 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent G9 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-11-08 | 2016-02-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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) | 266 grams (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,500 | $549 |