Panasonic G9 vs Samsung PL120

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung PL120, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and PL120 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was introduced 6 years later than the PL120 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G9 grades versus the PL120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 vs the PL120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and PL120 is 62 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and PL120.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.