Canon G9 X II vs Nikon P7000

Lets examine more closely at the Canon G9 X II and Nikon P7000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and P7000 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and P7000 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was brought out 6 years later than the P7000 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G9 X II matches up vs the P7000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Nikon Coolpix P7000. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Nikon P7000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has outside measurements 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 P7000 has measurements of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X II versus the P7000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and P7000 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and P7000.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will offer extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.