Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic FZ1000

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic FZ1000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and FZ1000 (1") have different sensor size.

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The GX9 was revealed 3 years later than the FZ1000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GX9 matches up against the FZ1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic FZ1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GX9 and the FZ1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and FZ1000 is 82 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and FZ1000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The GX9 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF easier. The fresher GX9 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.