Upgrade Guide

Lumix Lumix G9→Lumix Lumix S9

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

You own

Lumix

Lumix G9

£549

2017

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

Lumix S9

£1299 (+£750)

2024

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the Lumix G9. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the Lumix S9

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Full spec comparison

Spec	Lumix G9	Lumix S9
Price	£549	£1,299
Released	2017	2024	↑
Sensor	Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution	20MP	24MP	↑
Video	4K 60fps, C4K 24fps	4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/60p, 1080p/240p
Autofocus	225-point contrast-detect DFD	Contrast-detect AF with subject recognition
Stabilisation	5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS)	IBIS — up to 5 stops
Burst Rate	20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic	30fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	400 shots (CIPA)	~310 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	658g (body only)	413g (with battery)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	No	↓
Viewfinder	EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot	None — rear screen only
Screen	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot	3.0" tilting touchscreen (touch drag AF)
Mount	Micro Four Thirds	Leica L mount
Memory Cards	2× SD UHS-II	Single SD UHS-II slot

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