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Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32

Portability
92
Imaging
53
Features
66
Overall
58
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Old Model is Canon G9 X
Nikon S32
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
  • Released February 2014
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Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Overview

The following is a thorough overview of the Canon G9 X II and Nikon S32, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S32 (1/3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was announced 2 years after the S32 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G9 X II grades against the S32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Nikon S32

 G9 X II S32 
ReleasedJanuary 2017February 2014Newer by 36 months
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon G9 X II

 S32 G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Nikon S32

 G9 X II S32 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II has got exterior 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 S32 has specifications of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II and Nikon S32 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II against the S32.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and S32 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and S32.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G9 X II Portrait photography advice
Nikon S32 Portrait photography advice
65
focusing manually
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
includes face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
cannot use external flash
33
MP count good (13MP)
includes face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon G9 X II Street photography info
Nikon S32 Street photography info
80
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good sensor size (1")
delivers RAW formats
has focus via touch
lighter than average (206 grams)
no moving screen
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon G9 X II Sports photography details
Nikon S32 Sports photography details
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
includes tracking focus
bad battery life (235 per charge)
lack of phase detect auto focus
36
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (13MP)
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/3")
bad battery pack (220 shots)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G9 X II Travel photography details
Nikon S32 Travel photography details
78
lighter than average (206 grams)
supports bluetooth
has focus via touch
MP count good (20MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
bad battery life (235 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
58
weather sealing
MP count good (13 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (220 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G9 X II Landscape photography factors
Nikon S32 Landscape photography factors
70
focusing manually
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
bad battery life (235 per charge)
34
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (13MP)
weather sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
bad battery pack (220 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G9 X II Vlogging factors
Nikon S32 Vlogging factors
39
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (206g)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone jack
30
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
missing external mic socket
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Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S32 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Nikon S32
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IINikon Coolpix S32
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Nikon Coolpix S32
Type Large Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2017-01-04 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 13 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 4160 x 3120
Maximum native ISO 12800 1600
Lowest native ISO 125 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-84mm (3.0x) 30-90mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 2.7 7.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 8.2 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 206 gr (0.45 lb) 175 gr (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 21.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 522 not tested
Other
Battery life 235 images 220 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (Approx. 10 seconds )
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $530 $180