Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP80

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon G9 X II vs Fujifilm XP80, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Fujifilm XP80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was introduced 2 years after the Fujifilm XP80 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G9 X II grades versus the Fujifilm XP80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Fujifilm XP80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has got outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP80 has measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II against the Fujifilm XP80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and Fujifilm XP80 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and Fujifilm XP80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger G9 X II will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.