Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S6300

Here, we are comparing the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon S6300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S6300 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S6300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was launched 4 years later than the S6300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G9 X II grades against the S6300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II offers outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II versus Nikon S6300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II compared to the S6300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and S6300 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and S6300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X II will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II should have a benefit in sensor technology.