Canon G9 X II vs Nikon L24

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon L24, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and L24 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and L24 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was revealed 5 years later than the L24 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G9 X II scores versus the L24 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II against the L24.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and L24 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and L24.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer G9 X II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.