It seemed for a little while there, the two biggest players in the Micro Four Thirds world were splitting off into their own separate niches with Olympus going after the pro stills crowd by way of the EM-1 series and Panasonic, the pro video crowd with the GH series.

Just about any photographer craving a camera that can handle both high-speed still photography and 4K/HD-video duty; Anyone seeking complete control of their camera

Serious sports and action shooters; who would be better suited buying a camera with phase detect AF

The Lumix G9 is a different kind of camera for Panasonic, one that strides out in a new direction. As the equally capable GH-series has grown increasingly video-centric with the GH5 - and now the even more video-specific GH5S - the G9 sets its gaze clearly on still photographers, a demographic that...

Great build quality; Intelligent control layout; 80MP high-resolution mode; 5-axis in-body stabilization; 6K photo and 4K video

Burst rate has odd limitations; Smaller sensor than similarly sized/priced competitors

All interchangeable lens cameras share common feature sets, with some offering higher sensitivity (ISO range), faster shutter speeds, or enhanced video capabilities. Aimed squarely at photo enthusiasts and advanced photographers who can appreciate and make use of its many creative imaging options,...

The Lumix G9 is a confident and tremendously satisfying camera, and like the Olympus OMD EM1 Mark II and Sony Alpha A9 before it, continues to redefine what we can expect from high-end mirrorless bodies.

I'm a long time DSLR user, and the size, cost and weight of the DSLR has been my major problems with it. I've shot LX100 for a few years, and it's proven to me that Micro Four Thirds with good lens es can do amazing things with photo and video.

Compact; Convenient; Durable; Exceeded expectations; Image Stabilization

I just received the Panasonic G9 that I've preorderd some time ago. It's hack of a camera! The first impression was, WOW this stays so good in the hand that I don't what to let it go. Leaving th jokes aside, I think it has the best ergonomy I've ever laid my hand on, period!

I have an Olympus OMD EM-5 and was looking to upgrade based on some of the features and early reviews about fast auto-focus and the 4K video. I haven't used the camera a ton yet, but did take a number of photos and videos of my son playing basketball and baseball.

Despite the GH5 being the company's most stills-orientated flagship camera so far, it's still seen by many as primarily a videographer's tool that just happens to also have a wealth of photography features on tap.

6.5-stop image stabilization; Up to 60fps burst shooting; Large viewfinder; Great grip and handling; Dual UHS-II card slots

ISO range could be broader; Reduced screen size compared to GH5; Battery level not shown as a percentage

The line between DSLR and mirrorless cameras continues to blur, with the Panasonic Lumix G9 gunning to be the first choice for pro photographers. In many respects, this is the camera to cease the disparity between the formats; it's almost like a "mirrorless DSLR".

Huge range of Micro Four Thirds lenses (incl; new 200mm f/2.8 Leica) ensure top image quality, Massive viewfinder and useful vari-angle LCD, 4K video and 6K stills modes, Super-fast burst modes, Accomplished continuous autofocus, Pinpoint AF mode

Viewfinder eyecup could fit tighter; Optional battery grip should offer two batteries; Smaller LCD screen than GH5; Smaller sensor than some rivals; No 'super raw' with post-focus adjustment (like Canon 5D IV

After the release of the in early 2017, there followed a quiet period where nobody knew which direction Panasonic might take with its Lumix G series. In early November, the silence was broken with the exciting news that the manufacturer was about to launch its most advanced stills camera, which...

Superb design and handling; Excellent 4K & 6K photo modes; Well supported by Micro Four Thirds lenses; Offers high-resolution 40MP & 80MP modes

Positioning of AF toggle could be better; Lacks battery level indication as percentage; Burst shot mode descriptions aren't clear; No in-camera panoramic mode