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Panasonic LUMIX G9 4K Digital Camera, 20.3 Megapixel Mirrorless Camera Plus 80 Megapixel High-Resolution Mode, 5-Axis Dual I.S. 2.0, 3-Inch LCD, DC-G9 (Black)
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Brand | Panasonic |
Model Name | Panasonic Lumix G9 |
Photo Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio) |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
Max Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority, shutter-speed-priority, manual-and-automatic |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Effective Still Resolution | 20.3 |
About this item
- Professional photo and video performance 20 3-Megapixel (Plus 80-megapixel high-resolution Jpeg or raw in-camera image) micro Four Thirds sensor with no low pass filter to confidently capture sharp images with a high Dynamic Range and artifact-free performance
- Rugged splash or freeze proof design durable magnesium alloy body withstands heavy use out in the field and is freeze proof down to -10-degrees splash or dustproof construction with weather sealing on every joint dial and button
- Class-leading dual image stabilization 5-axis Dual image stabilization corrects all lenses including classic lenses not equipped with O I S to eliminate Blur and nearly eliminate body and lens shake in both photo and 4K video recording
- 4K 60P video 4:2:2 10bit and slow-motion effects silky-smooth 4K 60P recording (QFHD 4K 3840 x 2160/MP4) in 4:2:2 10bit high-speed video recording yields a dramatic slow-motion effect in 4K (60 fps max 2x slower [30P playback]) or full HD (180 fps max 6x slower [30P playback]) quality
- Connectivity and ports listen to headphones with a 3.5mm audio port connect to devices with USB 3.0 and connect to an external monitor or external Recorder with a full-size HDMI port available Twin SD card slots (UHS-II U3 compatible)
- Lens Type: Telephoto
- Mounting Type: Bayonet
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Picture quality | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 5.0 | — | 4.6 |
Auto focus | 4.7 | — | 4.0 | 4.8 | — | 4.4 |
Value for money | 4.7 | — | 3.7 | 4.8 | — | 4.8 |
Image stabilization | — | — | 4.6 | 4.9 | — | 4.9 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | 6ave | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | OLED |
display size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Telephoto | — | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | x | Zoom |
zoom type | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | — | — |
shooting modes | Automatic | Automatic | Bulb Mode, Time Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Automatic | — | Automatic |
connectivity tech | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, HDMI | HDMI, USB | wired, wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB | Wi-Fi, Micro USB, Bluetooth, GPS |
video resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | 2160p | 2160p | 4320p | 4320p | 3840 x 2160 (4K) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps, 30fps |
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Panasonic LUMIX DC-G9KBODY
Why Settle – Hybrid Professional LUMIX G9 Mirrorless Camera
The Panasonic LUMIX G9 mirrorless camera was built for the modern professional photographer. Even with its new design layout emphasis on traditional photography, you won’t have to settle for photo only thanks to its 4K video features. Plus the exclusive 6K Photo burst capture won’t disappoint.
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Large 0.83x OLED Viewfinder
A massive, super high-resolution 3,680k-dot OLED Live View Finder (LVF) improves visibility for perfect framing. A 0.83x magnification with a long 21mm eye point distance is ideal for glasses-wearers.
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Massive 80MP RAW Capture
A High-Resolution special mode yields 80 megapixels in RAW recording by shooting the 20.3-megapixel sensor 8 times to create a single image.
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Large Status LCD
A new status LCD instantly confirms the camera's settings. Convenient for shooting with frequent settings adjustments, and for simply framing with the viewfinder and rear monitor.
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5-Axis Dual I.S. 2.0 Eliminates Blur
The LUMIX G9 nearly eliminates body and lens shake in both photo and 4K video recording. Its 5-axis Body I.S. corrects all lenses, including classic lenses not equipped with O.I.S.
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1 Camera. 2 SD Card Slots. 3 Modes.
Increase capacity and efficiency with Relay mode to swap a full card for an empty one. Backup to record continuously on one card while recording on the other. Simultaneous duplicates on both.
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Bluetooth 4.2 & Wi-Fi 5GHz Controllable
LUMIX Image App supports Bluetooth 4.2 (Low Energy Full-Time Camera Connection) for shutter release and video start/stop, then switches automatically to Wi-Fi 5GHz (IEEE802.11ac) for faster transfer.
Additional Features
USB Power Supply
USB power supply compatibility. Shoot while connected to the battery charger and eliminate worry about remaining battery power. A useful feature for nature photography when you need to wait patiently for the shot to happen.
Optional Vertical / Battery Grip
By using two batteries — one in the camera and the other in the grip* — the optional DMW-BGG9 doubles battery life. Exclusively designed for the LUMIX G9, it perfectly matches its rugged design, yet provides familiar controls and a comfortable grip during vertical shooting.
*Batteries not included.
In The Box
Includes LUMIX G9 camera body, battery, battery charger, AC charger, shoulder strap, camera body cap, hot shoe cover, USB connection cable, AC cable, basic owner's manual (English and Spanish), 6K/4K Photo Quick Start Guide.
Recommended Compatible LUMIX Lenses
LUMIX H-X012 | LUMIX H-XA025 | LUMIX H-NS043 | LUMIX H-E08018 | LUMIX H-FSA14140 | LUMIX H-ES50200 | |
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Focal Length
| 12mm | 25mm | 42.5mm | 8-18mm | 14-140mm | 50-200mm |
Aperture Type
| 9 diaphragm blades | 7 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades | 7 diaphragm blades | 7 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades |
Maximum Aperture
| F1.4 | F1.4 | F1.2 | F2.8 (Wide) - F4.0 (Tele) | F3.5 (Wide) - F5.6 (Tele) | F2.8 (Wide) - F4.0 (Tele) |
Closest Focusing Distance
| 0.20m / 0.66ft | 0.3m / 0.98ft | 0.5m / 1.64ft | 0.23m / 0.75ft | 0.98ft (Wide) / 1.64ft (Tele) | 0.75m / 2.46ft |
Maximum Magnification
| 0.1x (35mm equivalent) | 0.11x/0.22x (35mm equivalent) | 0.1x / 0.2x (35mm equivalent) | 0.12x/0.24x (35mm equivalent) | 0.25x/0.50x (35mm equivalent) | 0.25x/0.5x (35mm equivalent) |
Optical Image Stabilizer
| No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Dust and Splash Resistant*
| Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Filter Size
| φ62mm | φ46mm | φ67mm | φ67mm | φ58mm | φ67mm |
Overall Length
| 70mm / 2.76inch | 54.5mm / 2.14inch | 76.8mm / 3.02inch | 88mm / 3.46inch | 75mm / 2.95inch | 132mm / 5.20inch |
Weight
| 335g / 11.82oz | 205g / 7.23oz | 425g / 15.04oz | 315g / 11.1oz | 265g / 9.35oz | 655g / 23.10oz |
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Product information
Auto Focus Technology | Multi area, Contrast Detection, sensor |
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Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1040K |
Photo Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio) |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 20.3 |
Frame Rate | Up to 60 fps |
White balance settings | Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Color Temperature, Cloudy, Shade, Flash torch |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
Flash Modes Description | High Speed Sync, Automatic |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
Video Capture Format | MP4 |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
Video Input Format | NTSC |
Video Standard | MPEG-4 |
Video Output Interface | USB 3.0, HDMI, 3.5mm audio, 2.5mm audio |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | Yes |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 6 Hours |
Battery Description | 1 x L-Series |
Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
Battery Life | 1 seconds |
Battery Capacity | 4400 Milliamp Hours |
Connector Type | 1 x HDMI Male |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Audio Input | Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 9 |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash Memory Type | SDXC |
Memory Slots Available | 2 |
Special Feature | Venus Engine Image Processor; 5-Axis Sensor Stabilization; Dual I.S. 2; 225-Area Advanced Depth-From-Defocus AF System |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Digital Recording Time | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | SATA 6.0 Gb/s |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Input Voltage | 16.8 Volts (DC) |
Audio Output Type | Headphones |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
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Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 225 |
Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
Focus Type | Auto Focus |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority, shutter-speed-priority, manual-and-automatic |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot |
Bandwidth | 18 Gigabits Per Second |
Shooting Modes | Automatic |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.83x |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
Model Name | Panasonic Lumix G9 |
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Brand | Panasonic |
Model Number | DC-G9KBODY |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #130,368 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #297 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B0774KTV1X |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Camera |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 60 Degrees Celsius |
Specification Met | HDCP |
Lower Temperature Rating | 14 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 104 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.39 x 3.83 x 3.61 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.45 Pounds |
Warranty Type | Limited 1-Year Warranty |
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Product Description
The professional-grade Panasonic LUMIX 4K digital camera DC-G9 accepts over 30 lumix and Leica DC compact lens options built on the next-generation interchangeable lens camera (ILC) standard (micro Four Thirds) pioneered by Panasonic. With a durable, magnesium alloy body that’s splash/dust/freeze proof, the mirrorless design enables a lighter, more compact camera body that can go anywhere you can. Cutting-edge features include 4K 60P (4: 2: 0 8-bit) and 30P (4: 2: 2 10-bit) in-camera cinematic video, 5GHz Wi-Fi + Bluetooth for fast connection and image transfer, Lightning fast DFD focusing, 5-axis Dual I. S 2. 0 stabilization and exposure Technologies not possible with traditional DSLRs. With the exclusive lumix 4K PHOTO (~8MP, 30/60 fps) and brand new 6K PHOTO mode (~18MP, 30 fps), simply pause that perfect moment from video to produce printable high-resolution photos. A high-resolution 21mm, 0.76x OLED eye viewfinder (3680k-dot) matches up to exactly how you intended to see the image even under direct sunlight. For connectivity convenience, The G9 includes a full size (type a) HDMI terminal with cable lock, Twin SD card slots (UHS-II U3 compatible) and 3.5mm microphone & headphone terminals. Dust reduction system: Supersonic wave filter.
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Customers like the appearance, quality and value of the digital camera. They mention that it produces stunning stills and vibrant video visuals. They appreciate the autofocus and ease of use. They say the menu system is very intuitive and convenient. Customers are also happy with comfort, speed, and grip.
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Customers like the appearance of the digital camera. They say it has a sleek design and is easy to use. Customers are also impressed with the picture quality, saying that it produces stunning stills and vibrant video visuals. The camera is designed with the photographer in mind and is capable of taking a burst, preburst and 4/6 shots.
"...Overall, this is the best-designed camera I've ever owned, and I've owned and used a ton of cameras over the years as both a pro-level photographer..." Read more
"Excellent viewfinder, grip, and ergonomics. Positive mechanical action to all controls. Shutter action is quiet like old Leica film cameras...." Read more
"...It shoots beautiful 4K, the kit lens 12-60 is a ver versatile lens, the IBIS is excellent, image quality is great, and the weather sealing is an..." Read more
"...complemented the camera’s capabilities, ensuring crisp and vivid images across a variety of settings...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it has a great IS, excellent quality for video and stills, and is a good all-around camera. Some customers also say that the extra zoom range and the IS are great features. Overall, customers are happy with the camera's performance and functionality.
"...to bring up details within shadows during post processing, is very good...." Read more
"...But I'm happy with the quality, size, dial setups and ease if use of the G9" Read more
"...🎉 PROS: Versatile Use: Excellently held its own across varied scenarios - from the bustling San Diego Comic Con and vibrant auto shows..." Read more
"...Owned this for more than a month now and I’m very happy with the quality of the images this produces." Read more
Customers like the autofocus of the digital camera. They mention that it's excellent, fast, and has many focus modes.
"...much on this except that this camera is incredibly fast and focuses immediately, even when slewing from front to back of a scene at 100mm/200mm..." Read more
"...Image stabilization performance is amazing. Autofocus is fast with all my Lumix lenses...." Read more
"Wow. This camera has it all. Autofocus is on point. Now if you’re shooting for slow motion you have to focus it yourself...." Read more
"...The low light auto focus stinks but the focus peaking in manual mode is very helpful...." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital camera. They mention that it is very worth the price, an excellent long term investment, and a nice mid level entry.
"...Overall it is a good camera for that money, not the best in 4/3rd but good for advanced beginners." Read more
"...Love everything about it. Went way over my expectations. Great price and arrived super fast! Love you guys" Read more
"Besides a serious snafu with purchasing this item. It is very worth the price even in 2022. Great ergonomics, great picture quality...." Read more
"...Good price point excellent at doing everything right. Second Lumix I've ever owned and I have no regrets...." Read more
Customers find the camera easy to use. They mention that the version feel superior and is user-friendly. The ergonomics and menu system are very intuitive and convenient. The size, dial setups and ease of use of the G9 are very convenient. Configuration is reasonably easy and very complete. The camera is lightweight and perfect for beginners or experts.
"...Compared to Olympus, they are far better as well. The menus are very intuitive and easy to figure out as well as customize...." Read more
"...These are frequently used settings by me and I love how user friendly the dial is. 3. Speed up to 1/8000. 4. Tilt screen. 5. True colors!..." Read more
"...The design and external controls of this version feel superior and user-friendly.👎 CONS:..." Read more
"...It’s under friendly and intuitive. Just watch YouTube videos for the set up and certain things you want to achieve and you’re set...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the digital camera. They mention that the ergonomics are great, the camera feels great in the hand, and is well built. The controls of this version feel superior and user-friendly, and it is comfortable to carry around.
"Excellent viewfinder, grip, and ergonomics. Positive mechanical action to all controls. Shutter action is quiet like old Leica film cameras...." Read more
"...Sturdy Design: The design and external controls of this version feel superior and user-friendly.👎 CONS:..." Read more
"...Pros: ergonomics are great, many customizable buttons, switches and dials, good Panasonic lenses, great Panasonic Leica lenses, handy size,..." Read more
"...Panasonic G9 might be the best one in terms of system responsiveness, ergonomics, camera design with button layout, auto-focus speed, and E-..." Read more
Customers are impressed with the speed of the digital camera. They mention that it focuses immediately, takes bursts so quickly, and 4K video 60 fps. Customers also appreciate the resolution and smooth response, which make it a true replacement and improvement beyond an older camera. However, some customers mention that the G9 is much better in taking stills.
"...I'll refrain from saying much on this except that this camera is incredibly fast and focuses immediately, even when slewing from front to back of a..." Read more
"...3. Speed up to 1/8000. 4. Tilt screen. 5. True colors! I'm more or less a point and shoot guy and haven't tried night pics or slow apertures etc...." Read more
"...But otherwise it’s turned on and it works fast.I also bought it for the steadiness...." Read more
"best qualify and time efficiency" Read more
Customers like the grip of the digital camera. They say it has a meaty grip and is easy to hold.
"...of controls, the weighting and balancing, and even the texture of the grip. The camera feels extremely well balanced and secure in the hand...." Read more
"Excellent viewfinder, grip, and ergonomics. Positive mechanical action to all controls. Shutter action is quiet like old Leica film cameras...." Read more
"...Focus mode knob is stiff and lacks easy grip. Very hard to move with gloves on.- Top LCD goes off when camera sleeps... What?" Read more
"In use: The G9 handles like a "real" camera. The grip is secure even with gloves. The top LCD is a blessing...." Read more
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The ergonomics and menu design on this camera are leagues better than the competing cameras, especially Sony, who's menus seem to have been programmed by a drunk engineer after too much overtime. Compared to Olympus, they are far better as well. The menus are very intuitive and easy to figure out as well as customize. You can also configure most of the buttons and knobs on the camera to do anything you want, which is great and truly allows you to make the camera your own by setting it up exactly how you want it.
The size is rather large for a Micro 4/3rds camera, but for a good reason: it makes the camera meld with your hand like it was custom molded to do so. I have held a lot of Sony and Olympus cameras, as well as Fujifilm, and they all felt like greased bricks in my hand compared to this thing. Panasonic seems to have really put a lot of thought into the placement of controls, the weighting and balancing, and even the texture of the grip. The camera feels extremely well balanced and secure in the hand. I feel like I could shoot all day without fatigue, which is a lot more than I can say for most of the other many cameras I've used. Ergonomics matter, design matters, balance matters, and in each category, Panasonic hit home runs with this camera.
The 4:3 aspect ratio is another thing people never seem to talk about. I vastly prefer 4:3 to the very wide and almost unwieldy 2:3 ratio found in most other cameras. Again, I shoot a lot of film, and this is much closer to the aspect ratios of medium and large format cameras, which were created for a very good reason: they both look more balanced in either orientation and tend to be easier to work with, in both print publications and framing applications. For this reason, I tend to crop 2:3 images anyway, so I would compare the native 20MP size to a 24-26MP APS-C or full-frame camera. In that sense, if you crop down to a 4:3 aspect ratio often, you have about the same resolution. Regardless of this, the actual resolving power tends to be about the same as a 24-26MP APS-C or full-frame camera, as thanks to the aspect ratio difference, you are basically just trimming off the sides of of the frame while retaining about the same vertical resolution if that makes sense. So the 20MP thing is more of an aspect ratio difference than an actual difference in resolution when compared to 24-26MP cameras.
I have found noise at high ISOs to not be a significant issue, though you do get some noise at the higher ISOs in low light, it tends to have a fairly pleasing look to it, much like film grain. I routinely shoot at up to ISO 640 to freeze motion, and many others use it up to around 6400 without issue. Of course, if you routinely shoot weddings in dark venues or something like that, you might either want to invest in a full-frame body like the S1/S1R (basically the same camera with a bigger sensor) or just get some of the excellent M43 fast max aperture lenses that are readily available. The camera does an excellent job in low light at high ISOs, especially compared to even full-frame bodies from a few years ago, but obviously, each tool has its strengths and weaknesses so pick the best setup for your intended use case.
AF speed isn't something I use, so I'll refrain from saying much on this except that this camera is incredibly fast and focuses immediately, even when slewing from front to back of a scene at 100mm/200mm equivalent. It's quick.
The video features are class-leading, right up there with the GH5, thanks to the new 2.0 firmware update, which added 10-bit and HDR/HLG support. There is also an activation code you can get to enable vectorscopes and waveforms. The mic jack is very wisely placed in a spot where you can have an L-bracket or cage mounted and still reach the port without having to reach through the bracket. It also does not block the display when you have the screen flipped around in selfie mode. This sort of stuff sets Panasonic head and shoulders above so many other camera companies who seem to routinely overlook real-world use details like these.
Overall, this is the best-designed camera I've ever owned, and I've owned and used a ton of cameras over the years as both a pro-level photographer and YouTuber with many years of experience. I would buy this camera again and recommend it in a heartbeat.
It shoots beautiful 4K, the kit lens 12-60 is a ver versatile lens, the IBIS is excellent, image quality is great, and the weather sealing is an added bonus.
If you’re coming from a DSLR, the handling isn’t as good as some people say, but for a mirrorless, it’s great.
I switched from a Canon and the video autofocus on this G9 is lacking compared to that, but it’s good enough and the recent firmware helped. Autofocus with pictures is great, though.
It takes a little bit to get used to all of the settings if you’re new to Panasonic, but the customization is fantastic and can really speed up your work flow.
For the price this camera is killer. If you’re debating full frame S1, consider this if you don’t need superb low light or super creamy bokeh. The low light auto focus stinks but the focus peaking in manual mode is very helpful.
I purchased the Viltrox speedbooster which helps achieve better bokeh and low light, although that isn’t perfect either.
Overall, just buy it. It’s a great camera.
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Después de mucho buscar y revisar y comparar, me decidí por la Lumix G9, que aunque salió en 2017, ha tenido actualizaciones en su firmware que la han modernizado.
La compré con el lente Lumix 12-60 que viene en "kit", aunque la foto la muestra con lente Leica 12-60.
Tiene muchas funciones y botones a los que poco a poco me voy acostumbrando y aprendiendo.
Hay una "curva de aprendizaje (para mí)" que no estoy acostumbrado al uso de la pantalla táctil en la cámara, pero las fotos que he tomado (como la que muestro) salen muy bien.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 12, 2023
Después de mucho buscar y revisar y comparar, me decidí por la Lumix G9, que aunque salió en 2017, ha tenido actualizaciones en su firmware que la han modernizado.
La compré con el lente Lumix 12-60 que viene en "kit", aunque la foto la muestra con lente Leica 12-60.
Tiene muchas funciones y botones a los que poco a poco me voy acostumbrando y aprendiendo.
Hay una "curva de aprendizaje (para mí)" que no estoy acostumbrado al uso de la pantalla táctil en la cámara, pero las fotos que he tomado (como la que muestro) salen muy bien.
I like the "Touch Shutter", just by touching the subject as a point of focus camera will focus and take picture automatically.
Upgraded to this flagship in 2021.
Underrated camera series.
Mucho ruido a partir de los iso 3600
La pantalla táctil se fundió de la nada . Blackout .
Me salió mala la pantalla . Se dañó. No me hicieron válida la garantía amazon . El vendedor la quería mandar a Hong Kong bajo mi responsabilidad. No gracias La pierdo !