Canon G9 X II vs Olympus TG-310

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon G9 X II versus Olympus TG-310, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and TG-310 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and TG-310 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was introduced 6 years later than the TG-310 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G9 X II scores versus the TG-310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II enjoys physical 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 TG-310 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X II versus Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G9 X II and the TG-310.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and TG-310 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and TG-310.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will result in greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer G9 X II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.