Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980
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Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Revealed November 2017
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and S980 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and S980 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G9 was revealed 8 years after the S980 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the G9 scores vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Sony S980
G9 | S980 | |||
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Introduced | November 2017 | February 2009 | More modern by 107 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Panasonic G9
S980 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Sony S980
G9 | S980 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 enjoys external measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 compared to the S980.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and S980 is 62 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and S980.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G9 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger G9 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G9 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2017-11-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658 gr (1.45 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Price at release | $1,500 | $300 |