Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2017
- Succeeded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

The G9 X II was introduced 3 years later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G9 X II scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
G9 X II | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 37 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Canon G9 X II
Galaxy Camera 2 | G9 X II | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
G9 X II | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X II comes with exterior 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) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer G9 X II provides an edge in sensor tech.

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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.2 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 400 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $530 | $400 |