Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX240 HS

Here, we are analyzing the Canon G9 X II versus Canon SX240 HS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SX240 HS (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SX240 HS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was brought out 4 years later than the SX240 HS and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G9 X II grades vs the SX240 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Canon SX240 HS has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II versus the SX240 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and SX240 HS is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and SX240 HS.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer G9 X II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.