Canon G9 X II vs Canon SD3500 IS

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G9 X II and Canon SD3500 IS, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SD3500 IS (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SD3500 IS (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was released 7 years after the SD3500 IS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G9 X II grades against the SD3500 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Canon SD3500 IS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Canon SD3500 IS has specifications of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Canon SD3500 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II vs the SD3500 IS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and SD3500 IS is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and SD3500 IS.

To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.