Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Lumix G9 II is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G9 II
Wins
Lumix GH6
11 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix G9 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 65 frames)
- ALumix G9 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 315)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 800 Mbps)
- ALumix G9 II has lower Weight (658 g vs 823 g)
- ALumix G9 II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (390 shots vs 360 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Lumix G9 II is 4mm narrower and 10mm thinner than Lumix GH6 but it is also 2mm taller.
Lumix G9 II is 165 g lighter than Lumix GH6.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix G9 II · 100mm Lumix GH6
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G9 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix GH6
✓ 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
Lumix G9 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 65 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 315 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Motorcycle
Weight
658 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
390 shots vs 360 shots — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 7.5 stops — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.8 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 800 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 25.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
Lumix GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
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 video, Lumix G9 II or Lumix GH6?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH6 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G9 II and Lumix GH6?
Both cameras share the same 25.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix G9 II and Lumix GH6 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G9 II or the Lumix GH6?
Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G9 II and Lumix GH6?
Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g and Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g, so the Lumix G9 II is 165 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G9 II and Lumix GH6 record 4K video?
Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G9 II and Lumix GH6 weather sealed?
Lumix G9 II: Yes. Lumix GH6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 390 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G9 II and 360 shots for the Lumix GH6, giving the Lumix G9 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G9 II launched at $1,899 and Lumix GH6 at $2,199. The Lumix G9 II is $300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.