Panasonic
Lumix G9
Original G9 stills flagship with 20MP MFT sensor, 60fps electronic burst, and excellent IBIS.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2017
Panasonic
Lumix G97
Updated Micro Four Thirds hybrid with 20.3MP sensor, V-Log L, 5-axis Dual I.S. 2, and 4K video.
$849
Launch priceReleased Dec 2024
Lumix G97 is 7.1 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G9
Wins
Lumix G97
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix G9 has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 9 fps)
- ALumix G9 has higher AF points / zones (225 vs 49)
- ALumix G9 has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- ALumix G9 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- ALumix G9 has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 30 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix G9
137 × 97 × 92 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix G97
130 × 94 × 77 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
Lumix G9 is 7mm wider, 4mm taller, and 14mm thicker than Lumix G97.
Lumix G9 is 128 g heavier than Lumix G97.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix G9 · 77mm Lumix G97
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G9
137 × 97 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix G97
130 × 94 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix G9
137 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix G97
130 × 77 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G9
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix G97
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G9
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix G97
✓ 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.9, 97.3, 91.6
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
225 vs 49 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
180 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix G9 supports it
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 30 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix G97
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.4, 93.5, 77.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
530 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.3 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 200
- ✓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
Pros
- ✓60fps electronic burst
- ✓Strong IBIS
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Large EVF
Cons
- –Older contrast AF
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by G9 II
Lumix G97
Pros
- ✓20.3MP MFT sensor
- ✓V-Log L
- ✓5-axis Dual I.S. 2
- ✓Weather resistant
Cons
- –Contrast AF
- –Single card slot
- –MFT sensor
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, Lumix G9 or Lumix G97?
Lumix G9 scores 9.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix G97 — 60fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G9 and Lumix G97?
Both cameras share the same 20.3 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix G9 and Lumix G97 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G9 has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix G97 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G9 or the Lumix G97?
Lumix G9 reaches 60 fps electronic. Lumix G97 reaches 9 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G9 and Lumix G97?
Lumix G9 weighs 658 g and Lumix G97 weighs 530 g, so the Lumix G97 is 128 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G9 and Lumix G97 record 4K video?
Lumix G9: 4K up to 60p. Lumix G97: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Lumix G9 and Lumix G97 weather sealed?
Lumix G9: Yes. Lumix G97: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G9 and 290 shots for the Lumix G97, giving the Lumix G9 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G9 launched at $1,699 and Lumix G97 at $849. The Lumix G97 is $850 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.