Canon
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pro 30MP full-frame DSLR still used for weddings, events, and studio work.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Aug 2016
Panasonic
Lumix S9
Compact full-frame L-mount for creators with LUT and social-first features.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2024
Lumix S9 is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 5D Mark IV
Wins
Lumix S9
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS 5D Mark IV has higher Burst (mechanical) (7 fps vs 0 fps)
- BLumix S9 has higher IBIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S9 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 61)
- BLumix S9 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 7 fps)
- AEOS 5D Mark IV has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 × 76 mm
890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S9
126 × 74 × 47 mm
486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
EOS 5D Mark IV is 25mm wider, 43mm taller, and 29mm thicker than Lumix S9.
EOS 5D Mark IV is 404 g heavier than Lumix S9.
Depth (front-to-back): 76mm EOS 5D Mark IV · 47mm Lumix S9
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 74 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 76 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 5D Mark IV
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix S9
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 5D Mark IV
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
Lumix S9: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 5D Mark IV
Burst (mechanical)
7 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150.7, 116.4, 75.9
Card types
Adds CF, SD UHS-I
AA filter
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Codecs
Adds Motion JPEG
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix S9
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
IBIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126, 73.9, 46.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AF points / zones
779 vs 61 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 7 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix S9 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pros
- ✓30MP proven sensor
- ✓Dual Pixel AF in live view
- ✓Rugged pro build
- ✓Huge EF lens ecosystem
Cons
- –DSLR platform aging
- –4K video limited
- –Heavy
Lumix S9
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact FF
- ✓Creator LUT features
- ✓Open gate
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Single slot
- –Limited pro controls
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS 5D Mark IV or Lumix S9?
Lumix S9 scores 9.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS 5D Mark IV — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and Lumix S9?
EOS 5D Mark IV is 30.4 MP and Lumix S9 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS 5D Mark IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and Lumix S9 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 5D Mark IV does not have IBIS, while Lumix S9 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 5D Mark IV or the Lumix S9?
EOS 5D Mark IV reaches 7 fps electronic. Lumix S9 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and Lumix S9?
EOS 5D Mark IV weighs 890 g and Lumix S9 weighs 486 g, so the Lumix S9 is 404 g lighter.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and Lumix S9 record 4K video?
EOS 5D Mark IV: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S9: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the EOS 5D Mark IV and Lumix S9 weather sealed?
EOS 5D Mark IV: Yes. Lumix S9: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 900 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 5D Mark IV and 470 shots for the Lumix S9, giving the EOS 5D Mark IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 5D Mark IV launched at $3,499 and Lumix S9 at $1,499. The Lumix S9 is $2,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.