Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45
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Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Introduced February 2018
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS40
- Updated by Panasonic ZS50
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and ZS45 (16MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and ZS45 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe GX9 was launched 3 years later than the ZS45 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GX9 matches up versus the ZS45 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Panasonic ZS45
GX9 | ZS45 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | January 2015 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1240k | 1040k | Clearer display (+200k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Panasonic GX9
ZS45 | GX9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic ZS45
GX9 | ZS45 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 has exterior 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) while the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GX9 compared to the ZS45.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and ZS45 is 82 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and ZS45.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX9 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer GX9 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-02-13 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,240k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 407 gr (0.90 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 pictures | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $1,000 | $300 |