Canon G7 X vs Canon G9 X II

Below, we are comparing the Canon G7 X versus Canon G9 X II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Canon. The resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the G9 X II (20MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1").

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The G7 X was revealed 3 years earlier than the G9 X II and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G7 X grades vs the G9 X II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The full galleries are available at Canon G7 X Gallery and Canon G9 X II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X provides outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Canon G9 X II has dimensions 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 G7 X versus Canon G9 X II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G7 X compared to the G9 X II.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and G9 X II is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and G9 X II.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older G7 X will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.