Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50
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Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2017
- Replaced the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon G9 X II and Sony H50, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and H50 (9MP) and the G9 X II (1") and H50 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The G9 X II was brought out 8 years after the H50 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G9 X II grades vs the H50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Sony H50
G9 X II | H50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 98 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Canon G9 X II
H50 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Sony H50
G9 X II | H50 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G9 X II and Sony H50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II vs the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and H50 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and H50.
All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X II will deliver extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Sony H50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.2 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 547 gr (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $530 | $80 |