Lumix G9vs GH4
Lumix
GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports, Travel — Lumix G9 (2017): The G9 showed that Micro Four Thirds could compete for fast-action stills.
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
Who should buy what
Lumix G9 (2017)
- Wildlife photographers who want fast burst and long telephoto reach at lower cost
- MFT system users who prioritise stills over video
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
Quick take: The lumix g9 has the highest resolution at 20mp; the gh4 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 (2017) | GH4 (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £349 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 16.1MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect DFD | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) | None (no body IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) |
| Battery Life | 400 shots (CIPA) | ~500 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g (body only) | 560g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 | GH4 |
|---|---|---|
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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