Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX120 IS

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon G9 X II versus Canon SX120 IS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Canon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SX120 IS (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SX120 IS (1/2.5") have different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the SX120 IS and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G9 X II matches up versus the SX120 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Canon PowerShot SX120 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Canon SX120 IS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II offers external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Canon SX120 IS has proportions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II versus Canon SX120 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 X II versus the SX120 IS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and SX120 IS is 92 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and SX120 IS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will offer you greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have a benefit in sensor tech.