Panasonic Lumix DC-G97 vs Panasonic Lumix G9 II
Compare key differences and full specifications to find the camera that suits your photography.
Key differences
- Year: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: 2024 ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: 2023
- Weight: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: 530 g ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: 658 g
- Sensor resolution: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: 5196 x 3907 ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: 5791 x 4354
- Effective megapixels: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: 20.30 ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: 25.21
- Max. video mode: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: 3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p) ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: 5.8K 30p (5760 x 4320); C4K 120p
- Battery: Panasonic Lumix DC-G97: Li-ion Battery Pack ; Panasonic Lumix G9 II: DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery
Best for
Larger prints and more cropping detail: Panasonic Lumix G9 II (25.21).
| Specification | Panasonic Lumix DC-G97 | Panasonic Lumix G9 II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Model | Lumix DC-G97 | Lumix G9 II |
| Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | 130.4 x 93.5 x 77.4 mm | 134.3 x 102.3 x 90.1 mm |
| Weight | 530 g | 658 g |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor resolution | 5196 x 3907 | 5791 x 4354 |
| Total megapixels | 21.80 | 26.52 |
| Effective megapixels | 20.30 | 25.21 |
| Image | ||
| Max. image resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5776 x 4336 |
| ISO | Auto, 200-25600 (extends to 100) | Auto, 100-25600 |
| Exposure & Shutter | ||
| Max. shutter speed | 1/4000 sec | 1/32000 sec |
| Metering | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot | Multi, Center-weighted, Highlight-weighted, Spot |
| White balance presets | 5 | 6.0 |
| Autofocus & Drive | ||
| Max burst (mechanical shutter) | — | 14 fps (AFS/MF), 10 fps (AFC) |
| Video | ||
| Max. video mode | 3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p) | 5.8K 30p (5760 x 4320); C4K 120p |
| Storage & Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 (10 GBit/sec) |
| Power | ||
| Battery | Li-ion Battery Pack | DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery |
| CIPA rated shots | — | 370 shots |