Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic SZ3

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic SZ3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SZ3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was launched 4 years after the SZ3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G9 X II scores against the SZ3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II and the SZ3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and SZ3 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and SZ3.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II will have an advantage in sensor technology.