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Article no.: 29419
The Panasonic Lumix S9 Body in Dark Olive combines a full-frame CMOS sensor with a compact, lightweight design intended for creators on the move. It delivers high-resolution stills and flexible video options, while built-in stabilization and fast autofocus help you capture steady, sharp content in varied shooting situations.
The Lumix S9 pairs a full-frame CMOS sensor with Panasonic’s latest processing engine. As a result, the camera captures approximate 24.2-megapixel images with rich detail and natural color rendering. Because the body is compact and lightweight—about 403g—it fits easily into a camera bag and moves with you when shooting on location.
The S9 includes powerful stabilization options. First, 5-axis Dual I.S.2 provides up to 6.5 stops of stabilization with selected lenses. Second, Body I.S. offers up to 5 stops of compensation. Third, Active I.S. further reduces blur when you shoot handheld, even while walking. For video, the E‑Stabilization function adds perspective distortion correction and a High mode to achieve even more stable footage when shooting on the move.
Panasonic’s Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) improves autofocus speed and accuracy on the Lumix S9. The improved real-time recognition AF delivers better subject tracking, which helps when capturing moving subjects and working in varied lighting conditions. This makes the camera suitable for both photography and videography workflows.
The Lumix S9 introduces MP4 Lite, a smartphone-optimized Open Gate video mode. Specifically, you can shoot Open Gate in 4:2:0 10-bit at 30p or 25p. This format lets creators capture high-quality video in a format that fits smartphone workflows and social platforms. Moreover, the Lumix Lab app enables quick resizing and streamlined editing so you can prepare content for sharing while on the move.
The camera supports REAL TIME LUT functionality with a dedicated LUT button on the body, enabling on-the-fly color styles for both stills and video. In addition, the Lumix Lab app lets you create and transfer custom LUT files from your smartphone to the camera. You can also download LUTs from popular creators via the app. Together with high-speed transfer of photos and videos and quick editing tools for MP4 Lite files, the S9 streamlines an efficient shoot-to-share workflow.
Choose the Lumix S9 if you need a portable full-frame camera that balances image quality, stabilization and a social-first video workflow. The camera’s PDAF autofocus, flexible stabilization options, MP4 Lite Open Gate mode, and free-angle rear screen suit creators who move between stills and video and value rapid sharing and color control.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body weight | Approximately 403g |
| Sensor | Approx. 24.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor |
| Autofocus | PDAF (Phase Detection Auto-Focus) with improved real-time recognition AF |
| Image stabilization | 5-axis Dual I.S.2: 6.5 stops with selected lenses; Body I.S.: 5 stops; Active I.S.; E‑Stabilization (Video) with perspective distortion correction and High mode |
| Video format (MP4 Lite) | Open Gate in 4:2:0 10-bit at 30p/25p |
| Rear screen | Free-angle rear screen for flexible shooting |
| Available colors | Jet Black, Crimson Red, Dark Olive, Classical Blue |
Question: How effective is the Lumix S9’s stabilization for handheld shooting?
Answer: The Lumix S9 offers built-in 5-axis stabilization with Dual I.S.2, delivering up to 6.5 stops with selected lenses and Body I.S. of up to 5 stops. In addition, Active I.S. and E‑Stabilization (with perspective distortion correction and High mode) further reduce motion blur and help produce more stable footage when shooting while walking.
Question: What is MP4 Lite and why would I use it?
Answer: MP4 Lite is a smartphone-optimized Open Gate video mode that records 4:2:0 10-bit video at 30p or 25p. Use it to capture high-quality footage in a format that’s easier to edit and share on smartphones and social platforms. The Lumix Lab app also helps resize and streamline edits for fast sharing.
Question: Can I apply custom color looks directly in the camera?
Answer: Yes. The S9 has a REAL TIME LUT function with a dedicated LUT button to apply color styles in-camera. You can create custom LUTs in the Lumix Lab app, transfer them to the camera, and also download LUTs from creators via the app.
Question: Is the Lumix S9 suitable for creators who travel a lot?
Answer: Yes. The camera’s compact and lightweight body (approximately 403g), combined with a full-frame 24.2MP sensor, strong stabilization, and smartphone-friendly video options, makes it a practical choice for creators who need high image quality and fast sharing while on the move.