Canon G7 X vs Nikon S9500

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon G7 X and Nikon S9500, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the G7 X (1") and S9500 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G7 X was launched 20 months later than the S9500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G7 X scores versus the S9500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X features exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Nikon S9500 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X and Nikon S9500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G7 X compared to the S9500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and S9500 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and S9500.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G7 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G7 X will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G7 X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.