Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX100 IV

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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The G9 was revealed 2 years after the RX100 IV which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

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.

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.

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).

Take a look at the Panasonic G9 and Sony RX100 IV in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.

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.