Panasonic LUMIX S9 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 Lens, Compact, Lightweight Body, Perfect for Social Media and Travel, DC-S9NP

Compact. Feature-packed

For me, (I’m aware of the passionate discussion surrounding this product) the S9 is perfect for my use case. That being a very scenic western US excursion where I felt I needed more than my phone for memories. Small enough to jump out of a motorcycle saddlebag and to quickly get locked back up without delaying the group. I know that IPhones in the hands of the talented people can take amazing pictures - that’s not me. This thing spits out professional images in my idiot hands while being used as a point and shoot. Maybe someday I’ll grow into its professional capabilities, but for now, the professionals at LUMIX have solved my problem - and then some!

I've been wanting a LUMIX S9 full-frame camera for a long time, and now that I finally have one, I couldn't be happier!!! This camera provides everything a creative needs to bring their vision to reality. The image quality is simply stunning—sharp, bright, and detailed. And the 20-60mm lens is incredibly versatile, suitable for both wide pictures and close-ups. One of my favorite features is the ease of use; the autofocus is smooth and quick, and the menu is really intuitive. Plus, the 6K video quality is incredible; I can take my stuff to the next level! The camera is a little heavy, but it feels strong and professional, as if it was designed to last. The battery lasts long enough for regular shooting, and I always keep a spare on hand for long-term assignments. This camera has certainly made my dreams come true! If you're a creator looking for an update, I wholeheartedly recommend this camera!

I come from occasionally using an old nikon dslr, and frequently using canon g5x and g16. I have used this lumix camera for three days. So far, i cannot imagine using it without the extra grip piece that i bought. this would almost be unusable for me without that to hold onto. The other thing that is baffling is THERE IS NO WAY TO USE A FLASH WITH THIS CAMERA. be forewarned, it only looks like a hot shoe, but i have now learned that there is such a thing as a cold shoe and this camera has a cold shoe - no electrical connection there. My first photoshoot was in a dim basement, not a great time to discover the shoe was only decorative. (you can attach a battery powered light or microphone there, but no flash). i like the look of the camera. it is a little larger than i imagined, but the lens it came with shrinks up pretty nicely when the camera is off. battery got pretty good life. i tried out the digital zoom on it, but i eneded up turning it off because it isn't clear when the digital zoom was actually doing the digital zoom (maybe it is just always digital zooming?) anyway, for 3 days, i'll keep it - the photos i got were pretty good even with no flash and just holding up a flashlight. i am just baffled how such a spendy camera doesn't have flash capability.

This is a dream for content creators who need a lightweight, travel-friendly camera without compromising on quality. Its full-frame sensor delivers stunning, high-resolution images, even in low light, while the fast WiFi connection makes it effortless to transfer photos and videos straight to your phone for instant social sharing. Plus, the real-time LUT function lets you apply professional-grade color presets in-camera, cutting down on editing time. However, the lack of a built-in viewfinder can make shooting in bright sunlight tricky, and no in-body image stabilization (IBIS) means handheld video might be shaky without a gimbal. Still, if you’re looking for a compact, high-quality camera designed for speed and convenience, the LUMIX S9 is a solid choice.