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, Cameras for Photography, DC-S9NK

There is a reason why this is Lumixs' best selling camera. It is so good. I hesitated buying this camera for a little over a year because of all the complaints that you hear from people who have never once shot with it; no viewfinder. no mechanical shutter etc.... Use this camera, focus on capturing your image and you really won't even miss those things. I have the S5ii, S1RII, S1II, and I use this more than all of those. Image quality is on par with all other Lumix cameras. Also, if you are a casual shooter or just looking at getting into photo/video then I would also choose this over any Sony camera, and I own a ton of Sony's. The fact is, straight out of camera these images are going to look way better. Images will be sharper and colors will be more vibrant without a doubt.

Compact. Feature-packed

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.