Canon G9 X II vs Olympus 8000

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon G9 X II and Olympus 8000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and 8000 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and 8000 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the 8000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G9 X II grades vs the 8000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X II and Olympus 8000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X II against the 8000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and 8000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and 8000.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will result in more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.