Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L20

Below, we are comparing the Canon G9 X II and Nikon L20, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and L20 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and L20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 8 years later than the L20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G9 X II scores vs the L20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix L20. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon L20 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Nikon L20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X II versus the L20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and L20 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and L20.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will show extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 X II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.