Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS
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Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Announced January 2017
- Replaced the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Replaced the Canon SX710 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX730 HS
Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon G9 X II versus Canon SX720 HS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the SX720 HS (20.3MP) is fairly well matched but the G9 X II (1") and SX720 HS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe G9 X II was introduced 11 months later than the SX720 HS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G9 X II scores versus the SX720 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Canon SX720 HS
G9 X II | SX720 HS | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | February 2016 | More recent by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Canon G9 X II
SX720 HS | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Canon SX720 HS
G9 X II | SX720 HS | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II has got exterior 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 SX720 HS has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G9 X II versus Canon SX720 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II compared to the SX720 HS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and SX720 HS is 92 and 89 respectively.
Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and SX720 HS.
All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon SX720 HS will resolve more detail using its extra 0.3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G9 X II vs Canon SX720 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2017-01-04 | 2016-02-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20.3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.3-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.2 frames/s | 5.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 270 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NB-13L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $530 | $379 |