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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Portability
92
Imaging
53
Features
66
Overall
58
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
  • Launched January 2017
  • Replaced the Canon G9 X
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G9 X II versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was brought out 4 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the G9 X II grades versus the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Pentax WG-2 GPS

 G9 X II WG-2 GPS 
LaunchedJanuary 2017February 2012Fresher by 60 months
Display resolution1040k460kCrisper display (+580k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Canon G9 X II

 WG-2 GPS G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Pentax WG-2 GPS

 G9 X II WG-2 GPS 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and WG-2 GPS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger G9 X II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon G9 X II
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
65
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
comes with face detection focusing
supports RAW files
no external flash support
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon G9 X II Street photography information
Pentax WG-2 GPS Street photography information
80
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
provides focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (206g)
no articulating screen
54
weather proofing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Sports photography camera
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
terrible battery pack (235 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
38
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Travel photography camera
78
lighter than competition in class (206g)
connects via bluetooth
provides focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
terrible battery pack (235 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
70
weather proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
70
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
terrible battery pack (235 CIPA)
47
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
resolution is good (16MP)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G9 X II Vlogging details
Pentax WG-2 GPS Vlogging details
39
rather wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f2)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (206g)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
missing external microphone jack
30
quite wide (28mm)
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have microphone port
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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Pentax WG-2 GPS
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IIPentax Optio WG-2 GPS
General Information
Company Canon Pentax
Model type Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
Category Large Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2017-01-04 2012-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5472 x 3648 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-84mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 2.7 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 8.2fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) 5.40 m
Flash settings Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206g (0.45 lb) 198g (0.44 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photos 260 photos
Type of battery 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 card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $530 $300