Lumix G9 IIvs OM-1
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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.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
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
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the om-1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g body only | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — |
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