Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S630

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon G9 X II and Nikon S630, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S630 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S630 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was introduced 8 years after the S630 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G9 X II matches up versus the S630 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X II and Nikon S630 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II and the S630.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and S630 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and S630.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will result in more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer G9 X II will have an edge in sensor innovation.