Canon G9 X II vs Nikon AW100

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon G9 X II vs Nikon AW100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and AW100 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and AW100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was launched 5 years later than the AW100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G9 X II matches up versus the AW100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II features outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II vs the AW100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and AW100 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and AW100.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X II will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II should have an advantage in sensor technology.