Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic TS1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic TS1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and TS1 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and TS1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 8 years after the TS1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G9 X II matches up versus the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II versus the TS1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and TS1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and TS1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will produce greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer G9 X II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.