Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS80

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS80, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the G9 X II (1") and ZS80 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was released 13 months before the ZS80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G9 X II scores against the ZS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has got external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check out the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the G9 X II versus the ZS80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and ZS80 is 92 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and ZS80.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G9 X II has got the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The older G9 X II will be behind in sensor innovation.