Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GH5

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic GH5, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The G9 was unveiled 11 months after the GH5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G9 grades vs the GH5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 has got external measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic GH5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 and the GH5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and GH5 is 62 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and GH5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher G9 will have a benefit in sensor tech.