Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic S1H

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic S1H, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the S1H (24MP) is pretty close but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and S1H (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX9 was launched 18 months before the S1H which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GX9 scores versus the S1H in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic S1H Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 has external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic S1H has proportions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic S1H in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GX9 and the S1H.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and S1H is 82 and 52 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and S1H.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX9 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic S1H will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older GX9 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.