Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic LF1

Lets look closer at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic LF1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was manufactured 4 years after the LF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G9 grades versus the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 has external measurements 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 LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 and the LF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and LF1 is 62 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and LF1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will render more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger G9 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.