Panasonic G9 vs Sony TX9

Following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic G9 vs Sony TX9, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and TX9 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was announced 7 years after the TX9 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 matches up against the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 offers outside 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 TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 vs Sony TX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 versus the TX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and TX9 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and TX9.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will give you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 should have a benefit in sensor technology.