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Should I upgrade my GX8 to G9?

Started Feb 26, 2020 | Discussions thread
Gnine Senior Member • Posts: 4,108
Re: Should I upgrade my GX8 to G9?
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Pete2 wrote:

Those of you that have both is it worth it? The G9 is bigger and heavier so it might be an issue when travelling or is it when you are used to GX8? I have about 10 M43 lenses so I'd like to stick to the system and I also like small size and weight compared to most DSRL's.

I have had DSRLs and earlier GX7. What I specially like is the big EVF that you can use with glasses. I shoot mostly stills. My interest varies; landscapes, night shots, macro. Little bit of this and that.

Yes you should. I have both, I really really like my GX8, but the G9 is better in every way. I do still miss that lovely tilting EVF of the GX8 though, over 2 years of G9 usage later. The G9 has a little bit less noise, exponentially better IBIS, a little bit sharper, quite a bit nicer colours, better grip, better AF, more AF points, better battery life, more function buttons, & I love the focus peaking available on AF mode. No downsides. For me.

Edit -I do not notice the extra weight. Not in the slightest. It's a non issue.

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