Panasonic

LUMIX S9

Name: Panasonic LUMIX S9
Brand: Panasonic

$1,499~

MSRP (prices vary)

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Released: June 20, 2024

Full-Frame

Sensor

24.2MP

Resolution

Max Video

○

IBIS

30fps

Burst

779

AF Points

Who the Panasonic LUMIX S9 is for

The Panasonic LUMIX S9 is a 24.2MP full-frame mirrorless camera, geared toward fast action and wildlife.

Panasonic's most compact full-frame L-mount camera, aimed at creators and social video.
Phase-detection AF, IBIS and a Real-time LUT button for in-camera color looks.
6K open-gate and 4K video in a pocketable body with no EVF or mechanical shutter.

Best for

Action, sports and wildlife — 30fps burst with subject-detection AF.
Video and filmmaking — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.
Vlogging and handheld video — flip-out screen and a mic input.
Low-light and events — a large full-frame sensor and ISO to 51,200.

Keep in mind

Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.
Not weather-sealed — take care in rain and dust.

How the Panasonic LUMIX S9 compares to other L-Mount Full-Frame cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 8 L-Mount Full-Frame cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

Spec	This camera	Where it lands
Weight	486g (1.07 lb)	the lightest of 8
Price (MSRP)	$1,499	the cheapest of 8
Resolution	24.2MP	joint 4th highest of 8
4K frame rate	60p	joint 2nd fastest of 8

What Full-Frame means in practice

A full-frame sensor at 24.2MP gives the shallowest depth of field of the three formats at any given framing and aperture, and the most sensor area to gather light with. That is the physical reason full-frame bodies tend to be the larger and heavier option: the lenses that cover the format have to be bigger too.

Video and stabilisation

4K runs to 60p, giving headroom for smooth motion or a modest slow-motion cut. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

In-body stabilisation steadies any lens mounted on it, including primes with no stabilisation of their own.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor Type	BSI CMOS
Sensor Size	Full-Frame
Image Processor	Venus Engine
Effective Resolution	24.2 MP
Lens Mount	L-Mount

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)	100 – 51200
ISO Range (Extended)	50 – 204800
Mechanical Shutter	−
Electronic Shutter	1/8000
Flash Sync Speed	1/250
Built-in Flash	No

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting	30 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution	6K
8K Recording	−
4K Recording	Up to 60p
1080p Recording	Up to 120p
10-bit Internal	Yes
Recording Limit	No limit
Log Profiles	V-Log / V-Log L / HLG
Built-in Mic	Stereo
Headphone Jack	No
Mic Input	Yes
HDMI Output	Micro (Type D)

Focus

Phase Detect Points	779
Contrast Detect Points	−
Low Light AF	-6 EV
Eye AF	Yes
Animal AF	Yes
Vehicle AF	Yes

Viewfinder

EVF Type	−
EVF Resolution	−
EVF Magnification	−

Monitor

LCD Size	3"
LCD Resolution	1.84M dots
LCD Type	Vari-Angle
Touch Screen	Yes

Interface

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth	v5.2
USB	USB-C 3.2
Memory Card Slots	1x SD UHS-II
GPS	No

General

Price (MSRP)	$1,499
Body Material	Aluminum Alloy
Dimensions	126×73.9×46.7 mm
Weight	486g (1.07 lb)
Weather Sealed	No
In-Body Stabilization	Yes
Battery Life (EVF)	470 shots
Battery Life (LCD)	470 shots
Battery Type	DMW-BLK22