Panasonic G9 vs Sony TF1

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic G9 vs Sony TF1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and TF1 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was unveiled 4 years after the TF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the G9 grades vs the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 has external dimensions 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 TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G9 vs Sony TF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 and the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and TF1 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and TF1.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic G9 will produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher G9 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.