Canon G9 X II vs Olympus 9000

Here is a detailed review of the Canon G9 X II vs Olympus 9000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and 9000 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and 9000 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the 9000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G9 X II scores versus the 9000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Olympus Stylus 9000. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II has outer 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 Olympus 9000 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II vs Olympus 9000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II compared to the 9000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and 9000 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and 9000.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.