Panasonic
Lumix S9
Compact full-frame L-mount for creators with LUT and social-first features.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2024
Sony
Alpha 7C II
Compact 33MP full-frame with AI AF, 4K 60p, and travel-friendly body.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
Lumix S9 is 7 months newer.
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Wins
Lumix S9
Wins
Alpha 7C II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7C II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 0 fps)
- ALumix S9 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 44 frames)
- ALumix S9 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7C II has higher 4K max frame rate (59.94 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BAlpha 7C II has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix S9
126 × 74 × 47 mm
486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 × 63 mm
514 g (1.13 lb / 18.13 oz)
Lumix S9 is 17mm thinner than Alpha 7C II but it is also 2mm wider and 3mm taller.
Lumix S9 is 28 g lighter than Alpha 7C II.
Depth (front-to-back): 47mm Lumix S9 · 63mm Alpha 7C II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S9
126 × 74 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix S9
126 × 47 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C II
124 × 63 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S9
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Alpha 7C II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix S9: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7C II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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 S9
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126, 73.9, 46.7
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 44 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Weight
486 g vs 514 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7C II
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 71.1, 63.4
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
AA filter
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
4K max frame rate
59.94 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S9
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact FF
- ✓Creator LUT features
- ✓Open gate
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Single slot
- –Limited pro controls
Alpha 7C II
Pros
- ✓Compact full-frame
- ✓33MP sensor
- ✓AI subject recognition
- ✓4K 60p
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Micro HDMI
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 S9 or Alpha 7C II?
Lumix S9 scores 9.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7C II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S9 and Alpha 7C II?
Lumix S9 is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7C II is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7C II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S9 and Alpha 7C II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S9 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7C II has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S9 or the Alpha 7C II?
Lumix S9 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7C II reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S9 and Alpha 7C II?
Lumix S9 weighs 486 g and Alpha 7C II weighs 514 g, so the Lumix S9 is 28 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S9 and Alpha 7C II record 4K video?
Lumix S9: 4K up to 29.97p. Alpha 7C II: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the Lumix S9 and Alpha 7C II weather sealed?
Lumix S9: Yes. Alpha 7C II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 470 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S9 and 530 shots for the Alpha 7C II, giving the Alpha 7C II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S9 launched at $1,499 and Alpha 7C II at $2,199. The Lumix S9 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.