Panasonic G9 vs Sony ZV-E1

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic G9 and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was unveiled 6 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G9 scores versus the ZV-E1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony ZV-E1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G9 and Sony ZV-E1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 compared to the ZV-E1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and ZV-E1 is 62 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and ZV-E1.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G9 will give you more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older G9 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.