Canon G9 X II vs Canon SD4000 IS

Let's look closer at the Canon G9 X II and Canon SD4000 IS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SD4000 IS (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SD4000 IS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was revealed 6 years later than the SD4000 IS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G9 X II scores against the SD4000 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Canon SD4000 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Canon SD4000 IS has specifications of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Canon SD4000 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G9 X II versus the SD4000 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and SD4000 IS is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and SD4000 IS.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will deliver greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.