Fujifilm X-T4vs Lumix S9
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Hybrid shooters & enthusiasts
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Lumix
Lumix S9 (2024)
Starting from £1299 new
Best for Travel photographers, content creators & L-mount entry buyers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Hybrid Shooters & Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-T4 (2020): The X-T series reached hybrid maturity with the X-T4 — IBIS, 4K/60p, and Fujifilm colour science in the most complete X-T package.
Travel Photographers, Content Creators & L-Mount Entry Buyers — Lumix S9 (2024): The most compact full-frame camera available — a perfect travel and content creation companion with brilliant colour science.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
- Hybrid photographers who want IBIS and 4K video in the X-T body style
- X-T3 owners who want in-body stabilisation and a fully articulating screen
- Fujifilm shooters who need a capable video body alongside stills
- Anyone who wants a well-rounded X-T camera at a now very competitive price
Lumix S9 (2024)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact package
- Content creators attracted to Real-time LUT and 10-bit video
- Photographers already in the L-mount ecosystem wanting a lightweight second body
- Lumix S5 II users who want something smaller for travel and casual shooting
Quick take: The fujifilm x-t4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the fujifilm x-t4 is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-t4 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-T4 (2020) | Lumix S9 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, F-Log | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/60p, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 6.5-stop IBIS | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical / 30fps electronic | 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 600 shots (CIPA) | ~310 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 607g body only | 413g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 134.6 × 92.8 × 63.8mm | 124.6 × 73.9 × 52.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.5" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 100fps | None — rear screen only |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen (touch drag AF) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm X-T4 | Lumix S9 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — |
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