Panasonic G9 vs Samsung ST6500

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung ST6500, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and ST6500 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and ST6500 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was announced 6 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the G9 matches up versus the ST6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 provides outside measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 compared to the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and ST6500 is 62 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and ST6500.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G9 will provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger G9 provides an edge in sensor tech.