GX9 alternative to X100v ⎮ Review 

Hi Micro Thirds Users and Admires 😊I can't believe this is my most watched and engaged video. And I'm surprised by how many people use Micro Four Thirds, and how passionate people are about the system. I wish I could tell you that I'm still using Micro Four Thirds Cameras, but sadly I don't anymore. I did buy the GH6, which had everything going on for it, just not Phase Detect. Not because I needed Phase-detect, but I guess I assumed, when GH5 was Panasonic's break out Camera, you would expect, that the successor, would have fixed the only complain people had with the camera, which was the Auto-Focus. Since releasing the G9ii, there is still hope for the system, and it seems Panasonic is still invested in the system. I had pretty much all the lenses, as you can see in one of my videos, where I discuss the GAS Problem( Gear Acquisition Syndrome) I had with Micro Four Thirds. That has now been transferred to the Fuji X-system, which I now use, and seems to be comfortable with. Do I miss the system? I think MFT is Amazing, and I think a lot of people are introduced to the world of photography and videography through the GH5 and G9, which are both still amazing cameras, which can be had at attainable prices. I tried something new, which is the Fuji x-system, and I seem to be comfortable with that, for now. The GX9, with the 15mm Leica Lumix, 25mm Olympus, and 45mm Olympus primes is simply Amazing. That fact that it has IBIS, and stellar image quality in that form factor is beyond me. I hope that they come out with a GX9ii, with a few more video features, and Real-Time Lut Feature, so you can emulate film, and get amazing Jpegs straight out of the camera, while also introducing Phase-detect. What the price of such camera would be I don't know, but that would be interesting! I hope you enjoy this video, and i hope you are all well ♥︎

I just switched from fuji to Lumix and got the Gx9 with three lenses for a great price. I don't understand why the evf is getting such hate. It works perfectly fine. And having the ability to tilt the evf is amazing when getting low shots in harsh light. Much easier to see (imo) than using the LCD. It also makes the experience quite fun and unique and makes me feel like I'm using one of those classic film cameras where you look down into the ovf. Edit: it is also much faster to tilt the evf than to tilt the LCD. And i love that feature :) I love the Gx9 and will hold on to it until it breaks 😅 (plus those tiny and cheap MFT lenses!)

The GX9 with Leica 9mm, 15mm, 25mm and 42.5mm lenses is my favourite camera, but after more than 65 years as a photographer what do I know. It reminds me of my Leica IIIf.

I agree, the GX9 and 15mm make a brilliant combo.

Love my GX9! I was playing with it today with my TTArtisan 35mm f1.4 lens.

I have both cameras- the x100v first and then the Gx9. I was turned off by the Fuji overheating easily. It’s why I looked at Gx9- now there’s a camera- sleek, elegant, beautiful, wonderfully and thoughtfully designed.

In the 25mm lens, defiantly do with the Olympus 25mm f1.8 when on sale -- focuses great - sharp - good color.

Excellent review! Thanks!

The moveble view finder is a fantastic option especially when taking shots from low down, you don't have to break your neck. One of it's best features.

outstanding production value. keep up the work and you get more subs

I've the GX8 for video and long tele lenses, two things, Leica Ms not are great for. Panasonic is a great name into video shooting and my GX8 performs without any trouble. The EVF is a perfect feature to have when using a tripod. You can use the Lumix and no one will notice it. Its appearance is very touristic. On the negative side are the ergonomics. Too many keys on a tight spot. But in general one of the best MFT cameras out there.

I’ve sold my GX9 but after a year I bought it back. It was the only camera I regreted selling.

Great review and nice set of watches!!!

Great and very honest video!

Re: focus breathing in manual video mode, the AFS/AFC/MF switch is only for stills. To select video focus mode you have to dive into the video menu, or reassign a function button for quicker access.

Great points

I have the GX9 (and G90) and I had Fuji X100V but I sold it (never I had good feeling with X100V), I still prefer my GX9 and like you said the best lens matching with it is the 15mm Leica that I love

I would love to see a successor to this(GX10, GX9 mk ii, etc.) with the new phase-detect 25MP sensor from the G9 mk ii. I think you're right, street photographer is very popular, and Panasonic(and OM System) could make money in that space.

I was looking for the GX9 all over and the camera was discontinued, ended up buying the GX85 with kit lens + 45-150 zoom lens for a good price. It's an amazing camera to take with you everywhere. A thumb grip is a must for this kind of compact cameras. Now I'm looking for a faster prime lens.

I love the experience of Panasonic menus but the GH5 felt too large. I feel right at home with my Gx9. 😄 The price to performance can't be beat.

Great review, thank you. If they would release a GX9 II with the viewfinder of the G9 and it's frame markers, I would camp in front of the store to get one :-) A GX9 or G9 is basically everything you need in a camera. I started my Lumix adventures with a G80 and even that one is still a killer camera today with it's 12-60 kit lens.

I love Panasonic. I still have my '2011 32" LCD TV, and some other household products, a cordless phone etc.. never had a single issue with any of those. They are so overlooked because they are not hyped up like the other brands, but man they make some great cameras. My first ever camera was a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8. I am a Nikon shooter nowadays but now looking for a point-and-shoot, and the GX9 seems to tick all the boxes.

You can get a hotshoe thumb grip to make it easier to handle

Because the GX9 doesn't have a leaf shutter, it can't sync flash at all shutter speeds, but in every other way it's a great camera for travel, street, etc.

The GX9 is surprisingly good and not many people know this . . . . Until you went and told them all 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

You have a phenomenal voice!!! You sound like lex freidman

I'm surprised you didn't find the rotatable EVF on the GX9 useful. I think it's the single greatest feature of the camera. Here's why: 1. Rotate the EVF so you're looking down into it. The camera body is held close in to the core of your body in this stance. This is steadier than with the camera held up to the eye. This is _much_ steadier than with the camera at arm length with the LCD panel. 2. It provides another viewing option for difficult lighting conditions. 3. It is easier to focus with when using MF lenses, especially with focus peaking enabled.

You really don't need to buy an add-on grip. The focus is fine for photography. You can us the half-press and ELF presence to focus very fast. There are several focus modes, so experiment. Even with the 12-60 mm zoom, the camera is OK for street and it is a great travel option. (I prefer the more expensive Leica version of the 12-60, but it is slightly larger and heavier than the base Lumix version.) My street lens is the 15mm Leica f1.7 for the optical quality. The Vivid profile is indeed excellent, but I shoot RAW-JPG with Vivid for a nice catch all. Also don't rule out the LMonochrome for interesting B&W work in the street. This camera is developing a following, and once you use it for a while, you will find out why.

I bought the X100V late 2022 and early this year (2023), I bought the GX9… these are the only 2 cameras I have right now… and I don’t have any plans of selling any of these 2 cameras… because I love using them both…

I have one. A brilliant little camera and because I suffered an eye stroke in the right eye. So the tilting evf works for me. I shoot in RAW and done need any jpeg recepie to get results

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Hey man, great review! I totally agree with you, I love my GX9. I just wish it had the EVF of the X100V, though. I will purchase the next iteration of the X100 series, if it has IBIS!?!?

Switched from this to EM53... Still miss the GX9. 😢

Difference PDAF against Contrast AF. Vintage look vs plastic black modern look. Bigger sensor. Different profiles with a name of film rolls.

I managed to get one for £390 they go for £550-600 depending on the condition, this one is flawless.

I recommend this six year old camera. I just purchased a GX9 with the kit 12-60mm lens. I went to NYC last week with the PL15mm lens but never took the 12-60mm lens off the body. What a surprise. I have no desire for full frame. I also use Fuji. The GX9 is small and light. Put the PL15mm lens on this body and you have a very small footprint. Not as small as the GRiii but small and light enough to carry around all day without a problem. I enjoyed having the compensation knob on the top plate vs the GX85 where a dial has to be pushed in to get to this feature. I LOVE the L monochrome D film simulation. It is better than the Fuji Acros with the red filter. I also like the vivid setting for color. These are my C1 and C2 settings. I like the image quality produced from this body. Some have complained about the EVF being too small. I found it is more than adequate to frame my images. The fact it tilts is OK but I seldom move it to an angle to the top plate. I love that this body has a touch LCD screen. This can be done with most touch screens but I LOVE setting the touch screen to autofocus and then shoot feature. This is so convenient when doing street photography. The video is very good for a photography centered body. The IBIS works well for stills or video. There is dual stabilization for additional stabilization with certain lenses including the kit 12-60mm lens. Hooray for the tilting screen. Why Panasonic doesn’t include an audio in jack on its small bodies makes me angry. Making the GX9Mii Weather sealed body would be a nice improvement. The depth from defocus works well for photography. It is fast and accurate. In video mode the DFD isn’t sticky and lets this body blown. I hope the phase detection on the chip will be incorporated into the next iteration of this camera. This is a very powerful little camera and I would recommend it highly. It is very good when used for street or travel. It is also, with a small prime, a very good every day carry camera that easily fits into a jacket pocket. I hope this body receives a few improvements with a new iteration. Please don’t sell your GX9. You will regret it. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

I can't find the color profile "like709" on my gx9...

You just have to keep it! I regret selling mine. It's too late to sell in 2023 and then have time to get around to regretting it. I'm actually getting tired of my X100V! I would love to have an Olympus lens like yours with the manual focus clutch. Manual focus is a tiresome experience on the Fuji. Autofocus too for that matter. Great video! SUBBED.

Make Gx9 Great Again!

hi, what is type of Seiko watch is it?

I'm looking to get into photography and it seems like all the recommended cameras are either discontinued or they are so high in demand it's sort of impossible to get one. Also it's kind of a shame I can't find much about good low end cameras in the $500 range. Looks like I have to get something that's $1k+ and then however more expensive the lenses are.

Best feature on GX7/GX9 - the viewfinder!

Focus breathing is a problem with the lens you're using. Some breath, some breath less.

Na, you can't say MFT is anything but awful, and it's always full frame or bust. Jokes aside, the GX85 is also worth looking at with a cheap price point but solid enough build, and they take great stills (it's 16mp, but that sensor is still solid, I've got a lot of 11x14's and even bigger out of the 16mp mft bodies that came out great). TBH, I think the GX85 will be a classic down the line with a following, just as the E-M10 Mark II is gaining now. The E-M5 Mark II is also another affordable and amazing body for MFT on a budget.

Do a street photography session with it.

why do poeple prefer the gx8 at the gx9 ?

GX9 has no external audio input - so you can't use it for everything

I though this was a joke. Surprise is not!

Please do not use an olympus cache on a panasonic camera for a video review !

It sucks over ISO 800

Overpriced Feb. 24. $850, forget it.

The Fujifilm X100V doesn't have a system to invest into, other than the hype system. #overpriced #builtforsheep

all good unless your subject moves, then you are f--cked. Lumix autofcus is just pure crap.

Carmine Taverna ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-B2-t1qE8ZBI.htmlsi=lcpxHlAEneosdNQB think thats his handle,has video on gx8,brilliant use of the swivel viewfinder.He tilted the camer a to portrait mode camera tilted sideways and used the viewfinder as a periscope.Looking in one direction while taking a photo in another direction.Anyone looking at him would thik he's looking in another direction while the camera was facing another direction.Brilliant if you want to hide who your taking a. Photo of someone near you.