Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens

Kind of Camera

By picking a Mirror-less camera, you'll be getting yourself a device that matches the capability of a DSLR while sporting a slightly smaller form factor. This is due the absence of the mirror and prism that drives the optical viewfinder of a typical DSLR.

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 225 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Panasonic device is a very good option!

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Panasonic camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (17.3 x 13 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.

Other Video needs

Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Panasonic's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

Whether its a simple photo of a star constellation or advanced shot of planet trails, you'll need a camera that supports a RAW file setting and the ability change lens to suit you situation. Fortunately, the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens actually has both capabilities.

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is an easy recommendation for this.

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 17.3 x 13 mm(mm) sensor size, the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Panasonic has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

The outdoors can get quite sandy depending on the environment you'll be taking pictures in. Which is why a camera like this is what you'll need as its been fully certified as dust-proof.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the Lumix DC-G9 with LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60 mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens fits the bill.