Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II
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Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Launched February 2014
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Released January 2017
- Older Model is Canon G9 X
Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon D30 and Canon G9 X II, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and G9 X II (20MP) and the D30 (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") offer different sensor size.
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Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D30 grades vs the G9 X II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 & Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery & Canon G9 X II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Canon G9 X II
D30 | G9 X II |
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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Canon D30
G9 X II | D30 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | February 2014 | Fresher by 35 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 461k | Crisper display (+579k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Canon G9 X II
D30 | G9 X II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon D30 offers outside dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Canon G9 X II has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon D30 and Canon G9 X II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the D30 versus the G9 X II.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and G9 X II is 91 and 92 respectively.
Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D30 and G9 X II.
Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D30 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon G9 X II will provide extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older D30 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon D30 vs Canon G9 X II Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D30 | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II |
Category | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | DIGIC 7 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-84mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 8.2fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 235 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $329 | $530 |