Canon G9 X II vs Olympus 6020

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X II and Olympus 6020, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and 6020 (13MP) and the G9 X II (1") and 6020 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the 6020 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G9 X II grades versus the 6020 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Olympus 6020 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II enjoys physical dimensions 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 Olympus 6020 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Olympus 6020 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G9 X II against the 6020.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and 6020 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and 6020.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will give you greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer G9 X II should have an edge in sensor technology.