Canon G9 X II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was launched 4 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G9 X II scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II has external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X II compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer G9 X II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.