Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic XS1

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.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The 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.

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.

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.

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.