Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV
Portability
62 Imaging
60 Features
90 Overall
72
62 Imaging
60 Features
90 Overall
72
Portability
89 Imaging
52 Features
79 Overall
62
89 Imaging
52 Features
79 Overall
62
Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV Key Specs
Panasonic G9
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
Sony RX100 IV
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched June 2015
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 III
- Replacement is Sony RX100 V
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Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G9 and Sony RX100 IV, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is fairly well matched but the G9 (Four Thirds) and RX100 IV (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.
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Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G9 scores versus the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Sony RX100 IV
| G9 | RX100 IV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2017 |  | June 2015 | Newer by 30 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Panasonic G9
| RX100 IV | G9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 1040k | Clearer display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Sony RX100 IV
| G9 | RX100 IV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Both are selfie friendly |
Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 has got physical measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 against the RX100 IV.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and RX100 IV is 62 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and RX100 IV.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The G9 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The more recent G9 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Panasonic G9
Portrait photography with Sony RX100 IV
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detect focus
exports RAW formats
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000 seconds)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
comes with face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
no external flash support
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Panasonic G9 Street photography information
Sony RX100 IV Street photography information
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
has touch focus
environment proofing
above average ISO range (25,600)
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good sensor size (1")
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (298g)
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Panasonic G9 Sports photography features
Sony RX100 IV Sports photography features
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
max fps high (20.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
terrible battery power (400 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (16.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
no phase detect auto focus
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Panasonic G9 Travel photography info
Sony RX100 IV Travel photography info
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
has touch focus
good resolution (20MP)
selfie friendly display
terrible battery power (400 per charge)
lighter than competitors in class (298g)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
decently wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
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Panasonic G9 Landscape photography information
Sony RX100 IV Landscape photography information
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
two card slots
terrible battery power (400 per charge)
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
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Panasonic G9 Vlogging details
Sony RX100 IV Vlogging details
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic socket
decently wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (298g)
does not have external mic socket
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Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2017-11-08 | 2015-06-10 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 80 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 225 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.59x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/32000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | 16.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 658 grams (1.45 lbs) | 298 grams (0.66 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 562 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | 280 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DMW-BLF19 | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 2 | Single |
| Pricing at release | $1,500 | $898 |