Canon G9 X II vs Nikon A

Its time to look more closely at the Canon G9 X II and Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and A (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and A (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was introduced 3 years later than the A and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G9 X II scores vs the A with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Nikon Coolpix A. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Nikon A Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon A has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X II and Nikon A in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II compared to the A.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and A is 92 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and A.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon G9 X II will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.