Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9
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Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(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 Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Revealed November 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and WX9 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe G9 was brought out 6 years after the WX9 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G9 scores versus the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Sony WX9
G9 | WX9 | |||
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Revealed | November 2017 | January 2011 | More modern by 84 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Panasonic G9
WX9 | G9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G9 and Sony WX9
G9 | WX9 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 features exterior 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 WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 vs the WX9.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and WX9 is 62 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and WX9.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic G9 will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer G9 provides an edge in sensor technology.
Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2017-11-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.30 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, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 658 gr (1.45 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,500 | $188 |