Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic GH1

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic GH1, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and GH1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The GX9 was introduced 8 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX9 grades against the GH1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX9 compared to the GH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and GH1 is 82 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and GH1.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic GX9 to give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent GX9 provides a benefit in sensor technology.