Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm JX370

Lets examine more closely at the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm JX370, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Fujifilm JX370 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 5 years after the Fujifilm JX370 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G9 X II matches up vs the Fujifilm JX370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Fujifilm FinePix JX370. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Fujifilm JX370 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II has physical measurements 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 Fujifilm JX370 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm JX370 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II compared to the Fujifilm JX370.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and Fujifilm JX370 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and Fujifilm JX370.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will offer greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.