Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Black 2024
Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark II
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Black 2024
The Panasonic Lumix G9 II is overwhelmingly praised by users, with many calling it the best Micro Four Thirds camera they've owned. Reviewers highlight its superb autofocus, excellent image quality, and lighter weight compared to full-frame alternatives, making it ideal for wildlife and nature photography. A few minor concerns exist, such as a known microphone input issue and a learning curve, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus
- Great image quality
- Lighter than full-frame
- Comfortable ergonomics
- Good video features
Cons
- Known microphone input issue
- Learning curve for beginners
- No PC sync port
- Battery not compatible with G9 I
Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark II
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is widely praised for its excellent autofocus, image quality, and ergonomics, making it a favorite among wedding and sports photographers. Many users highlight its low-light performance and lack of overheating issues compared to previous models. However, a significant number of reviewers report reliability problems, including crashes and autofocus failures, which are particularly concerning for professional use. Some users also complain about the lack of certain video features and poor customer service experiences.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus
- Great image quality
- Good low-light performance
- No overheating issues
- Excellent ergonomics
Cons
- Reliability issues (crashes)
- Autofocus failures in some units
- Lack of 10-bit video in standard mode
- No ALL-I video recording
- Poor customer service
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 25.209999084472656 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | Venus Engine | DIGIC X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 779 | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 1053 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 75 fps★ | 12 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 75 fps★ | 40 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 150 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264 ALL-Intra/H.265 Long GOP 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit, ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ | H.264, H.265, MPEG-4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.57 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Battery Life | 370 shots | 760 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Black 2024
- Strong video (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong burst (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark II
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Black 2024
Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark II
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.
