The Panasonic Lumix S9 is the most compact and lightest full-frame system camera within the Lumix S series. Panasonic focuses on photographers and content creators who want to combine high image quality with a compact housing and fast image sharing options. The camera has a 24-megapixel full-frame sensor and offers space for both photography and video.
With the Lumix S9 you can record video in 6K at 30 frames per second. Panasonic focuses specifically on creators of online content. Thanks to the new MP4 Lite recording format, video files can be transferred to a smartphone with relative ease. In combination with the Lumix Lab app, it also becomes possible to adjust the aspect ratio for social media and quickly post videos online.
In combination with, for example, the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L the camera is versatile and bright for various photo and video applications.
One of the standout features of the Lumix S9 is Real Time LUT. Via a separate LUT button on the camera you can directly choose from different color styles, including classic and creative looks. In addition, it is possible to create and use your own LUT files via the Lumix Lab app. This way you can develop a personal image style without first needing post-processing on a computer.
The camera also offers modern technology in the field of autofocus. The autofocus uses real-time recognition and phase detection, allowing subjects to be tracked accurately. This is especially nice with moving subjects, both in photography and video.
For stable handheld shots, the Lumix S9 has image stabilization in the body. The 5-axis Dual I.S.2 offers up to 6.5 stops of stabilization, while Body I.S. provides up to 5 stops of correction. In addition, Active I.S. to further reduce vibrations during filming.
All in all, the Panasonic Lumix S9 combines a compact build with functions that are clearly tailored to modern photography and filming.
Panasonic Lumix S9
Prices and availability
The Panasonic Lumix S9 body has a suggested retail price of €1,699. There is also a kit available with it Panasonic Lumix S 26mm f/8 Pancake lens for €1,899. This lens is intended for photographers who are looking for a very compact and light combination for everyday and spontaneous photography.
In addition, the Lumix S9 is available in combination with the Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. This zoom lens is light, compact and versatile, making it suitable for leaving on the camera as standard. The lens is designed for the full-frame Panasonic Lumix S cameras with Leica L-mount and is dust and splash-proof. It can also withstand temperatures down to ten degrees below zero.
