Canon A3300 IS vs Canon G9 X

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon A3300 IS and Canon G9 X, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the G9 X (20MP) is very similar but the A3300 IS (1/2.3") and G9 X (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The A3300 IS was revealed 5 years before the G9 X and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the A3300 IS grades vs the G9 X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Canon PowerShot G9 X. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Canon G9 X Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS has external measurements 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 specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A3300 IS and Canon G9 X in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the G9 X.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and G9 X is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and G9 X.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3300 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon G9 X will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older A3300 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.