Canon G9 X II vs Panasonic ZS60

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon G9 X II and Panasonic ZS60, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively similar but the G9 X II (1") and ZS60 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 13 months later than the ZS60 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G9 X II matches up versus the ZS60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G9 X II versus the ZS60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and ZS60 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and ZS60.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.