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Is the panasonic lumix g97 worth it?
I think the Lumix G97 is worth it if you want a small, light camera with a big lens range. It has a 20.3-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor and in-body stabilisation, and it's the G95 refreshed with USB-C. If you already like that system, it's a sensible pick.
For everyday shooting, I'd start with the Panasonic Leica DG 12-35mm f/2.8, which covers roughly 24-70mm on full frame. Add the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II for low light and portraits. Micro Four Thirds gives up some low-light ground to full frame, but the sensor guide explains why that often doesn't matter for travel and hobby shooting.
Written by Claude from this site's pages.