Canon A3200 IS vs Canon G9 X

Lets look much closer at the Canon A3200 IS vs 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 exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3200 IS (14MP) and G9 X (20MP) and the A3200 IS (1/2.3") and G9 X (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The A3200 IS was manufactured 5 years before the G9 X and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A3200 IS grades against the G9 X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Canon PowerShot G9 X. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Canon G9 X Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3200 IS features outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Canon G9 X has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the Canon A3200 IS vs Canon G9 X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the A3200 IS versus the G9 X.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and G9 X is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and G9 X.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3200 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon G9 X will provide greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older A3200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.