Bobby Tonelli: “They Were Wrong About the Lumix S9”

Bobby Tonelli thinks the Lumix S9, especially in its limited edition champagne gold version, is an outstanding hybrid camera for content creators seeking high-quality photo and video features at an affordable price. While it lacks some professional-grade features such as a mechanical shutter, EVF, multiple card slots, and internal cooling, it compensates with excellent IBIS, 6K open gate video, real-time LUT integration, and strong autofocus.

Users should carefully consider their workflow needs—if long continuous recordings or professional video production are priorities, other models (e.g., Lumix S1II, S1RIi) may be better suited. However, for most lifestyle and social media creators, the S9 offers a compelling balance of performance and price.

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Lumix S9 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Clifton