Panasonic
Lumix GX8
Weather-sealed rangefinder-style MFT body with 20MP sensor, tilting EVF, and 4K video.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jul 2015
Panasonic
Lumix GX9
Compact rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds camera with 20MP sensor, tilting EVF, IBIS, and 4K video.
$999
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Lumix GX9 is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GX8
Wins
Lumix GX9
13 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix GX8 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (330 shots vs 260 shots)
- BLumix GX9 has higher EVF resolution (2,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BLumix GX9 has higher Burst (mechanical) (9 fps vs 8 fps)
- ALumix GX8 has higher Burst (electronic) (10 fps vs 9 fps)
- ALumix GX8 has higher EVF magnification (0.77 × vs 0.7 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GX8
133 × 78 × 63 mm
487 g (1.07 lb / 17.18 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GX9
124 × 72 × 47 mm
450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)
Lumix GX8 is 9mm wider, 6mm taller, and 16mm thicker than Lumix GX9.
Lumix GX8 is 37 g heavier than Lumix GX9.
Depth (front-to-back): 63mm Lumix GX8 · 47mm Lumix GX9
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GX8
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GX9
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GX8
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix GX9
✓ 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 GX8
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 133.2, 77.9, 63.1
Weather sealing
Only Lumix GX8 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix GX8 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
330 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
10 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.77 × vs 0.7 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GX9
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 72.1, 46.8
Bluetooth
Only Lumix GX9 supports it
EVF resolution
2,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
9 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Weight
450 g vs 487 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.3 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 200
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GX8
Pros
- ✓20MP MFT sensor
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Tilting EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –Large for GX line
- –Older stabilization
- –Superseded
Lumix GX9
Pros
- ✓Compact rangefinder body
- ✓20MP MFT sensor
- ✓Tilting EVF
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –No weather sealing
- –Single card slot
- –Small grip
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Lumix GX8 or Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX8 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Lumix GX9 — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GX8 and Lumix GX9?
Both cameras share the same 20.3 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix GX8 and Lumix GX9 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GX8 has 4-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GX9 has 4-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GX8 or the Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX8 reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix GX9 reaches 9 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GX8 and Lumix GX9?
Lumix GX8 weighs 487 g and Lumix GX9 weighs 450 g, so the Lumix GX9 is 37 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GX8 and Lumix GX9 record 4K video?
Lumix GX8: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GX9: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GX8 and Lumix GX9 weather sealed?
Lumix GX8: Yes. Lumix GX9: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GX8 and 260 shots for the Lumix GX9, giving the Lumix GX8 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GX8 launched at $1,199 and Lumix GX9 at $999. The Lumix GX9 is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.