Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic FX90

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic FX90, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and FX90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was brought out 5 years later than the FX90 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 getting into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G9 X II matches up vs the FX90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II compared to the FX90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and FX90 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and FX90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will result in more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.