Lumix G9 IIvs Lumix S5 II
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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Lumix
Lumix S5 II (2023)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Hybrid video & photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Who should buy what
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- Stills photographers who want the best MFT camera for sport and wildlife
- G9 owners upgrading to phase-detect AF and improved video specs
- Hybrid MFT shooters who want strong stills and 5.7K video in one body
- Photographers who want the most capable Lumix MFT camera ever made
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- Hybrid photographers who want phase-detect AF for the first time on a Lumix S body
- Video creators who want 6K and reliable subject tracking in a full-frame body
- S5 owners upgrading to the most significant Lumix full-frame update in years
- L-mount photographers who want the best value full-frame Lumix available
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the lumix g9 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Lumix S5 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g body only | 740g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | Lumix S5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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