Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024
Panasonic
97 Overall Score
vs
Pentax WG WG-8 Verde 2024
Pentax
31 Overall Score
Scores
Beginner
Video
Sports Wildlife
Wedding Events
Youtube
Photography
Product Photography
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II | Pentax WG WG-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | 1/2.3-inch |
| Megapixels | 25.209999084472656 MP★ | 20 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | Venus Engine | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 779 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 75 fps★ | 5 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 75 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264 ALL-Intra/H.265 Long GOP 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit, ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.57 kg | 0.24 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 370 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pentax WG WG-8 Verde 2024
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average af (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 20240.114score per dollar
vs
Pentax WG WG-8 Verde 20240.069score per dollar
Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II Black 2024 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX G9 II G9 II
Scores 97 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 20 of 33 specs.
