Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX600 HS

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX600 HS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SX600 HS (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SX600 HS (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was announced 3 years later than the SX600 HS and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G9 X II matches up against the SX600 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Canon SX600 HS Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II provides physical 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 SX600 HS has proportions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 X II versus the SX600 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and SX600 HS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and SX600 HS.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X II will give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.