Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S5300

The following is a extended review of the Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S5300, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S5300 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was brought out 3 years after the S5300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G9 X II matches up versus the S5300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II features exterior measurements 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 S5300 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 X II compared to the S5300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and S5300.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.