Lumix G9vs OM System TG-7
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OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
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
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The lumix g9 has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 (2017) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £449 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect DFD | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 20fps |
| Battery Life | 400 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g (body only) | 253g |
| Dimensions | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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