Canon G1 X II vs Canon G9 X II

Let's look more closely at the Canon G1 X II and Canon G9 X II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Canon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and G9 X II (20MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and G9 X II (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was launched 3 years earlier than the G9 X II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G1 X II grades against the G9 X II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Canon G9 X II Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II features external measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Canon G9 X II has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Canon G1 X II and Canon G9 X II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G1 X II versus the G9 X II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X II and G9 X II is 76 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and G9 X II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X II will provide more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G1 X II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.