Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS15

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and ZS15 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and ZS15 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 4 years later than the ZS15 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the G9 X II scores against the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II against the ZS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and ZS15 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and ZS15.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.