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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
92
Imaging
53
Features
66
Overall
58
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(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
  • Older Model is Canon G9 X
Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon G9 X II versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WB50F (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WB50F (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was brought out 3 years after the WB50F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G9 X II matches up versus the WB50F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Samsung WB50F

 G9 X II WB50F 
AnnouncedJanuary 2017January 2014More modern by 37 months
Screen resolution1040k460kClearer screen (+580k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Canon G9 X II

 WB50F G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Samsung WB50F

 G9 X II WB50F 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II has physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X II versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II versus the WB50F.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and WB50F is 92 and 92 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and WB50F.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 X II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G9 X II Portrait photography highlights
Samsung WB50F Portrait photography highlights
65
manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
has face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
no external flash support
37
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Street photography camera
80
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is good (1")
saves RAW formats
has focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (206g)
screen is fixed
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon G9 X II Sports photography advice
Samsung WB50F Sports photography advice
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is good (1")
has tracking focus
not so great battery (235 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon G9 X II
Travel photography with Samsung WB50F
78
lighter than competition in class (206 grams)
supports bluetooth
has focus by touch
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2)
not so great battery (235 per charge)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (288mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon G9 X II
Landscape photography with Samsung WB50F
70
manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
saves RAW formats
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
not so great battery (235 per charge)
47
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G9 X II Vlogging factors
Samsung WB50F Vlogging factors
39
pretty wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (206 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no microphone port
30
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
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Canon G9 X II vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Samsung WB50F
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IISamsung WB50F
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model type Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Samsung WB50F
Category Large Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2017-01-04 2014-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
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 20 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 5472 x 3648 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 12800 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-84mm (3.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2-4.9 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 2.7 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds -
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 8.2 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206g (0.45 pounds) 207g (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light rating 522 not tested
Other
Battery life 235 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $530 $180