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Pen F vs GX9

Started Nov 28, 2018 | Discussions thread
Pete_W
Pete_W Senior Member • Posts: 2,838
Re: Pen F vs GX9

Keithpictures wrote:

I've been leaning toward the GX9 because it does speak to me. No one seems to sing its praises, though, and it seems like Panasonic in general is not well regarded. I can't figure out why - all the reviewers complain about the EVF, but that's it. Everyone loves the earlier model, the GX7 mark II ( GX85 ), but no one gushes about the GX9. Am I missing something?

As others have noted, the bad press is because many assumed the GX9 would be a successor to the GX8, which it is not. The GX9 is a successor to the GX85.

I am a GX85 user and have found it to be a great camera. Just the right size for me, well built, fast autofocus, excellent IBIS. I love the tilting screen (I don't like fully articulated).

I am not sure where you've seen information that Panasonic is not well regarded! They make high quality products. I've owned a number of compact Lumix cameras and they've never failed me.

As many people note, the GX85 and GX9 viewfinder is a weak point. It's not great but it's usable and as most of my shooting is done with the tilting rear screen, it isn't really an issue for me.

The GX9 is well priced and an excellent choice. I think you'll love it.

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