Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX3

Below is a thorough assessment of the Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX3, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was announced 8 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G9 X II matches up against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

See the Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II against the LX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and LX3 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and LX3.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will render extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II is going to have an edge in sensor tech.