Fujifilm
X-T2
Weather-sealed X-T flagship that brought 24MP X-Trans III and serious 4K to Fujifilm.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Jul 2016
Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Lumix G9 II is 7.2 years newer.
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Wins
X-T2
Wins
Lumix G9 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix G9 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 27 frames)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 14 fps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-T2
133 × 92 × 49 mm
507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
X-T2 is 2mm narrower, 11mm shorter, and 41mm thinner than Lumix G9 II.
X-T2 is 151 g lighter than Lumix G9 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 49mm X-T2 · 90mm Lumix G9 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-T2
133 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-T2
133 × 49 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix G9 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-T2
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-T2
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Lumix G9 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
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
X-T2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 91.8, 49.2
Weight
507 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix G9 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 27 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal…
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-T2
Pros
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓24MP X-Trans III
- ✓4K video
- ✓Dual card slots
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Older AF
- –Needs grip for best video
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X-T2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X-T2 or Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for X-T2 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II?
X-T2 is 24.3 MP and Lumix G9 II is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix G9 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-T2 does not have IBIS, while Lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-T2 or the Lumix G9 II?
X-T2 reaches 14 fps electronic. Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II?
X-T2 weighs 507 g and Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g, so the X-T2 is 151 g lighter.
Do the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II record 4K video?
X-T2: 4K up to 30p. Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-T2 and Lumix G9 II weather sealed?
X-T2: Yes. Lumix G9 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 340 shots (CIPA) for the X-T2 and 390 shots for the Lumix G9 II, giving the Lumix G9 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-T2 launched at $1,599 and Lumix G9 II at $1,899. The X-T2 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Panasonic press materials.