Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm Z30

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm Z30, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the G9 X II matches up against the Fujifilm Z30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II comes with external dimensions 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 Z30 has measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm Z30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II against the Fujifilm Z30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and Fujifilm Z30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and Fujifilm Z30.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will give more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.