Canon G9 X II vs Olympus SZ-12

Let's look more closely at the Canon G9 X II and Olympus SZ-12, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SZ-12 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SZ-12 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was introduced 5 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G9 X II scores versus the SZ-12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X II compared to the SZ-12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and SZ-12 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and SZ-12.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X II will give you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer G9 X II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.