Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX160 IS

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX160 IS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SX160 IS (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SX160 IS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was announced 3 years later than the SX160 IS and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G9 X II grades vs the SX160 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Canon SX160 IS Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Canon SX160 IS has proportions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II compared to the SX160 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and SX160 IS is 92 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and SX160 IS.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.