Lumix G9 IIvs Z5
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Lumix G9 II (2023)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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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.
Entry-Level Full-Frame & Dslr Switchers — Z5 (2020): The most affordable route into full-frame Z — dual card slots, IBIS, and a capable sensor at an accessible price.
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
Z5 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to full-frame mirrorless for the first time
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame image quality on a tighter budget
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who don't need fast burst or 4K
- Z5 II shoppers on a budget — the original Z5 is now excellent value used
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the z5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Z5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £999 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g body only | 590g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 134 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | Z5 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Sports | — |
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