Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II
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![Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II/Canon-G9-X-II-front.jpg)
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Released January 2017
- Succeeded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Launched August 2018
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LX100
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is relatively similar but the G9 X II (1") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.
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The G9 X II was unveiled 19 months prior to the LX100 II which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G9 X II scores versus the LX100 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Panasonic LX100 II
G9 X II | LX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Canon G9 X II
LX100 II | G9 X II | |||
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Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | January 2017 | More recent by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+200k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Panasonic LX100 II
G9 X II | LX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II features 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 Panasonic LX100 II has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic LX100 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II against the LX100 II.
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and LX100 II is 92 and 81 respectively.
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and LX100 II.
All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon G9 X II will deliver more detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older G9 X II is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II sensor size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX100 II Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2018-08-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 17 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4736 x 3552 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,240k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1800s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.2 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 392g (0.86 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 340 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $530 | $998 |