Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Released January 2013
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and XS1 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe G9 was revealed 4 years after the XS1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G9 scores versus the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Panasonic XS1
G9 | XS1 | |||
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Released | November 2017 | January 2013 | More modern by 59 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic G9
XS1 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic XS1
G9 | XS1 |
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 has external measurements 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 XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 compared to the XS1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and XS1 is 62 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and XS1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G9 will produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern G9 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2017-11-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | 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 Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658g (1.45 lbs) | 103g (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | One |
Launch price | $1,500 | $130 |