Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S4300

Here, we will be comparing the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon S4300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S4300 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S4300 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was released 4 years later than the S4300 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G9 X II matches up versus the S4300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account 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") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon S4300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II vs the S4300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and S4300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and S4300.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X II will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.