Lumix G9vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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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.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
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
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the lumix g9 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 (2017) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £699 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect DFD | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 400 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g (body only) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| 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 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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