Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon G9 X II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 4 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the G9 X II matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II offers outer 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 X II vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.