Lumix G9 IIvs Z5 II
Lumix
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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible 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 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the z5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g body only | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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