Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024
Panasonic
97 Overall Score
vs
Nikon Z Z8 Black 2023
Nikon
96 Overall Score
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Product Photography
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II | Nikon Z Z8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 25.209999084472656 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | Venus Engine | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 779 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 75 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 75 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 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 | N-RAW, ProRes RAW |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.57 kg★ | 0.82 kg |
| Battery Life | 370 shots★ | 340 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
Nikon Z Z8 Black 2023
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 20240.114score per dollar
vs
Nikon Z Z8 Black 20230.071score per dollar
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II wins 5 specs while Nikon Z Z8 wins 6.
