Panasonic LUMIX S9 S9 Blue 2025
Panasonic
62 Overall Score
vs
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
Sony
100 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S9 S9 Blue 2025
No customer feedback yet
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
95 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Sony A7R V is overwhelmingly praised for its 61MP sensor, exceptional autofocus, and improved ergonomics like the flip-out screen. Users highlight its hybrid photo/video capabilities and image stabilization, though some note the weight increase and lack of open-gate recording as minor drawbacks. Overall, it's considered a top-tier camera for professionals and enthusiasts.
Pros
- 61MP sensor with high detail
- Exceptional autofocus performance
- Improved ergonomics and flip-out screen
- Excellent image stabilization
- Great hybrid photo/video capabilities
Cons
- Slightly heavier than A7 IV
- No open-gate recording
- Large file sizes for 8K RAW
- Minor weight increase noticeable
Image quality 5
Autofocus 4
Ergonomics 3
Image stabilization 3
Video capabilities 3
Weight 2
Scores
Video
Beginner
Wedding Events
Photography
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Youtube
Vlogging
Streaming
Travel
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S9 S9 | Sony a7R a7R V | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP | 61 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | — | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 7 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | 4:2:0 10-bit LongGOP | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S, H.264/XAVC S-I |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.76 kg | 0.72 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 440 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S9 S9 Blue 2025
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average social proof (27th percentile)
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony a7R a7R V
Scores 100 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 11 of 33 specs.