Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1
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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 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
- Announced January 2017
- Earlier Model is Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released March 2011

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Canon G9 X II and Pentax S1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S1 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The G9 X II was manufactured 5 years after the S1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G9 X II matches up versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Pentax S1
G9 X II | S1 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | March 2011 | Newer by 72 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Canon G9 X II
S1 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Pentax S1
G9 X II | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Pentax S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X II and the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and S1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and S1.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X II will produce more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 X II will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Pentax Optio S1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2017-01-04 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.2 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 images | 260 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $530 | $174 |