Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10
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Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Released November 2017
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed September 2006
- Newer Model is Samsung GX-20

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and GX-10 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

The G9 was launched 11 years after the GX-10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the G9 grades versus the GX-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung GX-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Samsung GX-10
G9 | GX-10 | |||
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Revealed | November 2017 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 136 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper screen (+830k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Panasonic G9
GX-10 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Samsung GX-10
G9 | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 features physical dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
See the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G9 compared to the GX-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and GX-10 is 62 and 59 respectively.

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and GX-10.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic G9 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher G9 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Samsung GX-10 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-11-08 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | 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 reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658g (1.45 lbs) | 793g (1.75 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at release | $1,500 | $850 |