Canon G9 X II vs Canon XC10

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon G9 X II versus Canon XC10, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Canon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and XC10 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1").

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The G9 X II was released 22 months later than the XC10 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G9 X II grades versus the XC10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Canon XC10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Canon XC10 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II provides physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Canon XC10 has dimensions of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II versus Canon XC10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II compared to the XC10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and XC10 is 92 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and XC10.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon G9 X II to give you more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.