Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S
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Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S 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
- Launched November 2017
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung GX-1S, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and GX-1S (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The G9 was launched 11 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G9 matches up against the GX-1S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Samsung GX-1S
G9 | GX-1S | |||
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Launched | November 2017 | ![]() | January 2006 | Fresher by 144 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+830k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Panasonic G9
GX-1S | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Samsung GX-1S
G9 | GX-1S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 has external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 compared to the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and GX-1S is 62 and 68 respectively.

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and GX-1S.
Clearly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G9 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G9 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Samsung GX-1S |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2017-11-08 | 2006-01-16 |
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 surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum 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 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658g (1.45 lb) | 605g (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Two | One |
Pricing at release | $1,500 | $850 |