The Panasonic G9 II Mirrorless Camera with Leica 12-35mm Lens is a combination of the Panasonic G9 II Mirrorless Camera and the Panasonic Leica G X 12-35mm f/2.8 Power OIS Lens.
Panasonic G9 II Mirrorless Camera
The Panasonic G9 II Mirrorless Camera is Panasonic's latest offering from it's long line of excellent LUMIX cameras. The camera’s new 25.2-megapixel Live MOS sensor delivers high resolution and high-speed response, supporting V-Log/V-Gamut and 13+ stops of wide dynamic range . The new engine achieves natural, three-dimensional textured images and ensures high-speed processing of high bitrate video.
The hybrid PDAF technology on board the LUMIX G9II enables accurate auto-focus and high-speed tracking of fast-moving subjects. New AI-powered recognition technology (developed using AI deep learning) for real-time auto-focus now recognises cars, motorcycles, and animal eyes for improved precision..
To deliver fast action photography, the LUMIX G9II offers burst shooting at 60 fps (AFC) and Super High Speed pre-burst recording that can commence shooting up to 1.5 seconds prior to shutter release, including support for RAW files. A blackout-free Live View Finderv means the user can continuously track and keep the subject in focus.
Providing incredible stabilisation for hybrid shooters, the excellent LUMIX image stabilisation system is further enhanced. For photographers, the in-body IS offers an impressive 8-stop at 60mm , and when shooting with ultra-telephoto focal length, the Dual I.S 2 system offers 7.5-stop at 140mm (280mm 35mm equivalent). Videographers will appreciate the Active I.S. technology which is optimised for video shooting, offering smooth gimbal-like video even when walking with the camera. These capabilities provide even greater support for handheld shooting at ultra-telephoto focal lengths, capturing difficult, dynamic subjects such as wildlife. Using the precision gyro-sensor and in-body stabilisation unit, 100-megapixel images can be captured in camera using the High Resolution mode both with a tripod or when handheld.
Key Features of the Panasonic G9 II Mirrorless Camera
- 25.2-megapixel Live MOS sensor
- Hybrid PDAF AI-powered recognition technology
- Dual I.S 2 system 8-stop at 60mm and 7.5-stop at 140mm
- 4:2:0 10-bit 5.8K (4:3) full sensor recording/ 5.7K (17:9)
- ProRes 300FPS video
- 60 fps burst shooting (AFC)
- Super High Speed pre-burst record
Capture Modes
There are also several modes that expand the possibilities of creativity. The 13+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture offers a high dynamic range, consistent colour management and streamlined post-production. With in-camera colour grading via REAL TIME LUT, creative scope is increased while workflow is reduced – excellent for repeatable setups such as content creators who work in the same studio or are looking to repeat the same style in camera instead of applying the same LUT in post. The newly-added LEICA Monochrome mode provides deep black/white contrast.
The Live View Composite Mode takes away the guess work, allowing the photographer to set the desired exposure, take the shot, then view the image on-screen as it is being exposed in real time. Once they are happy with how the shot looks, they simply hit the shutter button again to stop the exposure. This mode is also great for light painting, shooting light trails and other long exposure scenarios.
Video Creation
The G9II is a launching point for video creation. It includes 4:2:0 10-bit 5.8K (4:3) full sensor recording/ 5.7K (17:9), enabling flexible framing options for various social media formats, as well as 4:2:0 10-bit C4K/4K 120p/100p to enable slow motion videos. Recording and playback are supported using an external SSD via USB.
It also offers Apple ProRes video, which delivers high image quality at low compression, reducing computer load during post-production and allowing non-linear editing without transcoding, streamlining workflow from start to finish.
Panasonic Leica G X 12-35mm f/2.8 Power OIS Lens
With a compact, high-mobility design, a constant F2.8 aperture and O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser) built-in, the Panasonic Leica G X 12-35mm f/2.8 Power OIS Lens covers virtually any shooting situation. Designed to replace the outgoing LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35 mm / F2.8 II ASPH. as one of Panasonic’s highest quality LUMIX G Micro Four Thirds lenses, it has been engineered to rigorous optical standards from LEICA and boasts a rugged splash- and dust-resistant* design capable of operating in harsh environments and at temperatures down to -10º Celsius – despite weighing just 306g.
The LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S. is comprised of fourteen lens elements in nine groups including four aspherical lenses, one UED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion) lens and one UHR (Ultra High Refractive Index) lens to achieve high optical performance. The UHR lens has an updated design with higher transmittance for natural colour reproduction. Panasonic’s unique Nano Surface Coating reduces reflections across the entire visible light range and, working in tandem with a new light-shielding component, minimises ghosting and flare. The filter diameter is 58mm, with a 7-blade circular aperture diaphragm, providing attractive bokeh in out-of-focus areas of the image.
For greater versatility, the new lens features a shorter focusing distance of 0.15m (at wide-end) with a larger magnification ratio of 0.21x (at 17mm), compared to the LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35mm / F2.8 II ASPH which offered 0.25m focusing distance and 0.17x magnification.
The lens offers silent, high precision autofocus. It incorporates a mechanism that suppresses focus breathing, and micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure changes during recording. Dual I.S. 2 combines the camera’s Body I.S. and the lens’ O.I.S. to provide effective hand-shake correction. These features make the lens suitable for professional video production as well as still photography.
Key Features of the Panasonic Leica G X 12-35mm f/2.8 Power OIS Lens
- Versatile large-aperture Micro Four Thirds lens with a 12-35mm zoom range (equivalent to 24-70mm on a 35mm camera)
- O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)
- Fourteen lens elements in nine groups including four aspherical lenses, one UED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion) lens and one updated UHR (Ultra High Refractive Index) lens to achieve high optical performance.
- 7-blade circular aperture diaphragm
- Nano Surface Coating
- Silent, high precision autofocus with a mechanism that suppresses focus breathing, plus micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure changes during recording
- Rugged splash- and dust-resistant design
- Lightweight 306g
- 58mm filter diameter
- MPN: DC-G9M2LPRO
- GTIN: 9302704039739
