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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
92
Imaging
53
Features
66
Overall
58
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
  • Announced January 2017
  • Old Model is Canon G9 X
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Overview

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon G9 X II versus Samsung WB250F, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WB250F (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was revealed 4 years later than the WB250F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G9 X II scores vs the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Samsung WB250F

 G9 X II WB250F 
ReleasedJanuary 2017January 2013Fresher by 49 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon G9 X II

 WB250F G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Samsung WB250F

 G9 X II WB250F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II against the WB250F.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and WB250F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G9 X II Portrait photography highlights
Samsung WB250F Portrait photography highlights
65
has manual focus
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
can't use external flash
36
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
comes with face detect focus
no manual focus
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon G9 X II
Street photography with Samsung WB250F
80
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW files
boasts focus via touch
lighter than competition (206 grams)
no moving screen
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (226g)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon G9 X II Sports photography features
Samsung WB250F Sports photography features
59
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
has tracking focus
bad battery pack (235 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
52
excellent zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon G9 X II
Travel photography with Samsung WB250F
78
lighter than competition (206g)
connects via bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
good MP (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2)
bad battery pack (235 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly display
69
lighter than others (226 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
great zoom (432mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon G9 X II
Landscape photography with Samsung WB250F
70
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
bad battery pack (235 CIPA)
44
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon G9 X II
Vlogging with Samsung WB250F
39
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (206 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have mic port
35
reasonably wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (226g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone socket
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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Samsung WB250F
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IISamsung WB250F
General Information
Brand Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Samsung WB250F
Category Large Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2017-01-04 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 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 20MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 12800 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-84mm (3.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2-4.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 2.7 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 8.2fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 206 grams (0.45 pounds) 226 grams (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $530 $250