The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful.
Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Panasonic device works!
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 LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 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.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Panasonic device is a very good option!
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Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
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 LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is a great companion to have.
For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (17.3 x 13 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.
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
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 LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens actually has both capabilities.
There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the Lumix DC-G9 with LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens is a really good choice.
Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 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 LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 with LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens for aquatic photos is a treat.
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.
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Panasonic is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.
Since this camera is certified as dust-proof, it does gives it at an added advantage over regular cameras. This way you can be rest assured the Lumix DC-G9 with LUMIX G VARIO 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH POWER O.I.S. Lens will cater for your outdoor needs.
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | Mirrorless |
Dustproof | Yes |
Freezeproof | Yes |
Freezeproof Up To | 10 °C |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | Black |
Splash Proof | Yes |
Camera | |
Anti-dust Function | Yes |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Camera File System | DCF, Exif 2.31, RAW |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, RAW |
Multi Burst Mode | Yes |
On Screen Display (OSD) Languages | DEU, ENG, ESP, FRE, ITA, JPN |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s |
White Balance | AWB, AWBc, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1, 2, 3, 4, Color temperature setting 1, 2, 3, 4 |
Flash | |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Exposure Correction | ±3EV (1/3 EV step) |
Flash Modes | Auto, Forced off, Forced on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/250 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 225 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face detection, Flexible Spot Auto Focus, One Shot Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Closest Focusing Distance | 0.2 m |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Focusing Distance | 20 |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | Yes |
ISO Sensitivity | 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 5EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual |
Light Metering | Multiple, Center Weighted, Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 60 - 1/32000 s |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/32000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 60 s |
Video | |
4K Video Capable | Yes |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Full HD | Yes |
HD Type | 4K Ultra HD |
Max FPS @4K | 60 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 60 fps |
Speakers | 1 |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | AVC, AVCHD, H.264, H.265, HEVC, MP4, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AAC, LPCM |
Audio System | Dolby Digital |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Headphone Output Type | 2.5, 3.5 |
Headphone Outputs | 1 |
Microphone In | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
Microphone Port - Size | 3.5 |
Wind Filter | Yes |
Lens System | |
Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Filter Size | 58 mm |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 24 - 120 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 12 - 60 mm |
Interchangeable Lens Present | 1 |
Lens Mount Interface | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 11/9 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 5.6 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 120 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 24 mm |
Number Of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | TFT |
Display Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Display Diagonal | 3 |
Display Diagonal (metric) | 7.5 cm |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 1040000 pixels |
Field Of View | 100 % |
Flip-out Screen | Yes |
Live View | Yes |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Viewfinder | |
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) | -4 - 3 |
Diopter Correction | Yes |
Electronic Viewfinder | Yes |
Magnification | 1.66 x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3680000 pixels |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 4/3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 17.3 x 13 mm |
Megapixel | 20.3 MP |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Total Megapixels | 21.77 MP |
Other Features | |
Interval Recording | 1 |
PictBridge | Yes |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI Connector Type | A |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Connector | Micro-USB |
USB Connector Type | B |
USB Port | Yes |
USB Version | 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) |
Battery | |
Battery Capacity | 1860 mAh |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 890 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Video Recording Time | 130 |
Networking | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 91.6 mm |
Height | 97.3 mm |
Lens Diameter | 66 mm |
Lens Length | 71 mm |
Weight | 586 g |
Width | 136.9 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 5184 x 3888 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 5184x3888, 3712x2784, 2624x1968, 10368x7776, 7296x5472, 4992x3744, 3328x2496, 5184x3456, 3712x2480, 2624x1752, 10368x6912, 7296x4864, 5184x3456, 3504x2336, 5184x2920, 3840x2160, 1920x1080, 10368x5832, 7296x4104, 3840x2160, 3888x3888, 2784x2784, 1968x1968, |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 2 |
Operational Conditions | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 10 - 80 % |