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Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550

Portability
92
Imaging
52
Features
66
Overall
57
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(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
  • Released January 2017
  • Older Model is Canon G9 X
Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Released January 2013
Photography Glossary

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Overview

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Fujifilm T550 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was manufactured 4 years later than the Fujifilm T550 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X II grades versus the Fujifilm T550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Fujifilm T550

 G9 X II Fujifilm T550 
ReleasedJanuary 2017January 2013More recent by 49 months
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon G9 X II

 Fujifilm T550 G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Fujifilm T550

 G9 X II Fujifilm T550 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II has got 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) and the Fujifilm T550 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G9 X II against the Fujifilm T550.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and Fujifilm T550 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and Fujifilm T550.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G9 X II Portrait photography details
Fujifilm T550 Portrait photography details
64
focusing manually
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (1")
comes with face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
no external flash support
34
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon G9 X II Street photography advice
Fujifilm T550 Street photography advice
80
built in image stabilization (Optical)
nice sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
boasts focus via touch
lighter than average in class (206g)
screen does not articulate
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (136 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon G9 X II
Sports photography with Fujifilm T550
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
nice sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
not so great battery life (235 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm T550 as a Travel photography camera
78
lighter than average in class (206 grams)
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f2)
not so great battery life (235 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
75
lighter than average (136g)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G9 X II Landscape photography highlights
Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography highlights
70
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f2)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
not so great battery life (235 shots)
47
decently wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon G9 X II
Vlogging with Fujifilm T550
39
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f2)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (206 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external microphone socket
35
decently wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than average (136g)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
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Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Fujifilm T550
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IIFujifilm FinePix T550
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Fujifilm FinePix T550
Type Large Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2017-01-04 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5472 x 3648 4608 x 3440
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-84mm (3.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 2.7 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 8.2 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206g (0.45 lb) 136g (0.30 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light rating 522 not tested
Other
Battery life 235 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $530 $160