Canon 1D C vs Canon G9 X

Here, we are contrasting the Canon 1D C vs Canon G9 X, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the G9 X (20MP) is fairly close but the 1D C (Full frame) and G9 X (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The 1D C was manufactured 4 years earlier than the G9 X which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1D C matches up vs the G9 X with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D C and Canon PowerShot G9 X. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery and Canon G9 X Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D C features outside measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) whilst the Canon G9 X has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D C vs Canon G9 X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D C compared to the G9 X.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D C and G9 X is 50 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D C and G9 X.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D C due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 1D C will be behind with regard to sensor tech.