Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120
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Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Superseded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Superseded the Nikon L110

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon L120, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and L120 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and L120 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The G9 X II was launched 5 years later than the L120 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G9 X II scores against the L120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Nikon L120
G9 X II | L120 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 72 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Canon G9 X II
L120 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Nikon L120
G9 X II | L120 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II provides physical 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 Nikon L120 has dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Check out the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon L120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II versus the L120.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and L120 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and L120.
All in all, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X II will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2017-01-04 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.2 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 431 grams (0.95 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $530 | $300 |