Canon A3500 IS vs Canon G9 X

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon A3500 IS versus Canon G9 X, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the G9 X (20MP) is pretty close but the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and G9 X (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The A3500 IS was launched 3 years prior to the G9 X and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A3500 IS matches up against the G9 X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Canon PowerShot G9 X. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Canon G9 X Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon G9 X has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Canon G9 X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A3500 IS and the G9 X.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and G9 X is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and G9 X.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3500 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon G9 X will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older A3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.