Upgrade Guide

Lumix G9 II→Lumix S1IIE

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

G9 II

£1499

2023

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

S1IIE

£1899 (+£400)

2025

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the G9 II. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the S1IIE

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	G9 II	S1IIE
Price	£1,499	£1,899
Released	2023	2025	↑
Sensor	25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	24MP full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution	25MP	24MP	↓
Video	5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log	Open-gate 6K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit
Autofocus	Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection	Phase-hybrid AF with AI subject detection (people, animals, vehicles)
Stabilisation	8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses)	8-stop IBIS
Burst Rate	25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus)	30fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	680 shots (CIPA)	380 shots (CIPA, LCD)	↓
Weight	658g (body only)	795g (with battery and card)	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots	EVF, 5.76M dots
Screen	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen	Fully articulating touchscreen
Mount	Micro Four Thirds	L-mount
Memory Cards	Dual SD UHS-II	CFexpress Type B + SD (UHS-II)

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