Canon G9 X II vs Samsung SL820

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon G9 X II versus Samsung SL820, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and SL820 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and SL820 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was introduced 7 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the G9 X II matches up versus the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II has physical 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) and the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G9 X II compared to the SL820.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and SL820 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and SL820.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II should have an edge in sensor technology.