Canon A3000 IS vs Canon G9 X

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon A3000 IS and Canon G9 X, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the A3000 IS (10MP) and G9 X (20MP) and the A3000 IS (1/2.3") and G9 X (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The A3000 IS was revealed 6 years before the G9 X and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the A3000 IS scores versus the G9 X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Canon PowerShot G9 X. The full galleries are available at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Canon G9 X Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A3000 IS offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Canon G9 X has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon A3000 IS and Canon G9 X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the A3000 IS against the G9 X.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 IS and G9 X is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3000 IS and G9 X.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3000 IS with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Canon G9 X will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older A3000 IS will be behind in sensor technology.