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Panasonic LUMIX G9 Video Recording Limits

Panasonic LUMIX G9 (DC-G9)
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The Panasonic LUMIX G9 has a maximum video recording time of 30 minutes, but only for some formats. That limit is also dependent upon multiple factors like camera settings, media storage size, camera power, and internal camera temperature. See details and notes below for more information.

Details

Maximum continuous video recording times for the Panasonic LUMIX G9
Format Limit

1A new motion picture file will be created if the file size exceeds 4GB, but recording will continue without interruption.

2When using an SDHC memory card: A new motion picture file will be created if the file size exceeds 4GB, but recording will continue without interruption.

3When using an SDXC memory card: Files are not divided while recording.
AVCHD Formats 30 minutes1
MP4 [FHD] 30 minutes1
MP4 [4K/100M/30p or 4K/100M/24p] 30 minutes2, 3
MP4 [4K/150M/60p] 10 minutes2, 3

Notes

  • Available recording time for various memory card sizes can be found on pages 31-32 in the Panasonic DC-G9 Owner’s Manual (English).
  • The higher the bit rate value is, the higher the picture quality becomes. Since the camera employs the VBR recording method, the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. As a result, the recording time is shortened when a fast-moving subject is recorded.
  • The maximum available continuous recording time will be displayed on the screen.
  • An increase of the camera’s internal temperature may cause recording to stop before the maximum recording time is reached.
  • Alternate Model Names: DC-G9

References

  1. Panasonic LUMIX DC-G9 Owner’s Manual for Advanced Features (English) - pages 31-32
  2. Panasonic LUMIX G9 Product Page (shop.panasonic.com)