Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50
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Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 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
- Introduced January 2017
- Replaced the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Successor is Fujifilm XP60

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Canon G9 X II versus Fujifilm XP50, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

The G9 X II was announced 5 years after the Fujifilm XP50 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G9 X II grades vs the Fujifilm XP50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Fujifilm XP50
G9 X II | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Canon G9 X II
Fujifilm XP50 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Fujifilm XP50
G9 X II | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP50 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon G9 X II versus Fujifilm XP50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II versus the Fujifilm XP50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and Fujifilm XP50 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and Fujifilm XP50.
All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will give greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 X II should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2017-01-04 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 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 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.2fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" 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 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $530 | $180 |