Panasonic Lumix G9 II
Panasonic
49 Overall Score
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OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
OM System
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G9 II
No customer feedback yet
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
88 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews
The OM System OM-1 Mark II is highly praised for its fast autofocus, especially for bird and wildlife photography, and its compact, lightweight design compared to full-frame cameras. Users appreciate the improved menu system and low-light performance, though some note the lack of an Auto mode and the absence of an included external battery charger as drawbacks. Overall, it is seen as a powerful and versatile camera, with a few minor complaints about accessories and learning curve.
Pros
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Compact and lightweight body
- Excellent low-light performance
- Intuitive menu system
- Great for bird and wildlife photography
Cons
- No Auto mode
- External battery charger not included
- Expensive external charger
- Learning curve for new users
- Rubber charging port cover may wear out
Autofocus performance 5
Build quality 4
Low light performance 3
Menu usability 2
Missing auto mode 2
Battery charger inclusion 2
Scores
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Wedding Events
Video
Photography
Travel
Youtube
Product Photography
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G9 II | OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Stacked BSI Live MOS |
| Size | — | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 25.200000762939453 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | — | 200★ |
| Processor | — | TruePic X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 75 fps★ | 50 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | — | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | — | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | — | 3"★ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✓★ |
| Articulating | — | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.91 kg | 0.51 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 520 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | — | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G9 II
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong video (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Below average display (28th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
- Strong evf (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G9 II
No current pricing available
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
Verdict
Winner: OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 16 of 33 specs.
