Panasonic Lumix DC-G9

PANASONIC is well known for its broadcaststandard mirrorless models, so it was refreshing to see the manufacturer refocus its attention on creating the best camera it ever has for serious stills-focused photographers at the back end of last year. As our rigorous testing proved, the Lumix G9 is an incredibly versatile mirrorless camera that never seems out of its depth, combining blistering shooting speeds of up to 60fps with the feel of a DSLR in the hand that’s stripped of bulkiness and weight.

There’s no excuse to miss a spur- of-the-moment shot thanks to the G9’s excellent 4K/6K Photo modes that allow users to extract 8MP stills from 4K footage at 60fps, or 18MP stills from 6K video at 30fps. Its highly effective in-body stabilisation system is dual-purpose, too, in the way it allows 80MP images of static subjects to be taken with ease. It also has a sprightly AF system and produces clean images with lots of detail right up to ISO 6400.

The Lumix G9 is an immensely satisfying camera to use and delivers all you’d expect from a camera at its price. Its arrival coincides with Panasonic’s 10-year anniversary of the Lumix G system, and it’s hard to think of a reason why anyone after an insanely fast, lightweight and versatile camera for under £1,500 wouldn’t seriously consider buying it. The Lumix G9 is a clear winner in its field.