Panasonic Lumix S9

Ultra-compact full-frame creative powerhouse

Panasonic Lumix S9
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Panasonic
Model DC-S9

Key Features

SENSOR 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR L2 Engine for high-speed image processing
AUTOFOCUS Phase Hybrid AF with real-time subject detection
PHASE DETECTION 779-point phase detection system
VIDEO 6K 30p, 4K 60p 10-bit internal recording
STABILIZATION 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) up to 5 stops
BURST RATE Up to 30 fps with electronic shutter
VIEWFINDER None (LCD only)
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.84m-dot free-angle touch LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm mic jack
MEMORY CARD Single SD UHS-II card slot
WEATHER SEALING Dust and splash resistant construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 430 shots (CIPA) using DMW-BLK22

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Panasonic Lumix S9

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ~ Limited Via menu/Fn

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix S9

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Panasonic Lumix S9 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Panasonic Lumix S9

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Technical Specification

Sensor 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000
ISO Range 100-51200 (expandable to 50-204800)
Autofocus Phase Hybrid AF
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 60 sec
Burst Rate 30 fps (e-shutter)
Video 6K 30p / 4K 60p
Stabilization 5-axis IBIS, 5 stops
Viewfinder None
LCD 3.0-inch articulating touchscreen
Memory Card SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm Mic
Battery Life 430 shots
Weight 403g (body only)
Dimensions 126 x 73.9 x 46.7 mm