Canon G9 X II vs Olympus VH-515

Below, we are reviewing the Canon G9 X II versus Olympus VH-515, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and VH-515 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and VH-515 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was revealed 4 years later than the VH-515 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X II scores against the VH-515 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II offers external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus VH-515 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X II versus Olympus VH-515 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X II and the VH-515.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and VH-515 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and VH-515.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger G9 X II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.