Panasonic GF1 vs Sony A9

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF1 versus Sony A9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and A9 (24MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and A9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF1 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the A9 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the GF1 grades versus the A9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF1 versus Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GF1 against the A9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and A9 is 85 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and A9.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A9 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged GF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.