Canon A2300 vs Canon G9 X II

Lets look closer at the Canon A2300 versus Canon G9 X II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the G9 X II (20MP) is very well matched but the A2300 (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The A2300 was launched 5 years before the G9 X II which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A2300 matches up against the G9 X II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery and Canon G9 X II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Canon G9 X II has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2300 versus Canon G9 X II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A2300 and the G9 X II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and G9 X II is 96 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and G9 X II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A2300 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon G9 X II will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A2300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.