Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Released January 2017
- Superseded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS45
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS60
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS50, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and ZS50 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and ZS50 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
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The G9 X II was brought out 2 years later than the ZS50 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G9 X II scores against the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Panasonic ZS50
G9 X II | ZS50 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2015 | Fresher by 25 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Canon G9 X II
ZS50 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Panasonic ZS50
G9 X II | ZS50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II has physical measurements 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 ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G9 X II versus Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II versus the ZS50.
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS50-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and ZS50.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 sensor size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS50-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS50-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | 44 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 images | 300 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $530 | $350 |