Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V
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66 Overall
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Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V 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
- Introduced January 2017
- Earlier Model is Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Superseded the Sony HX10V
- Newer Model is Sony HX30V
Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively similar but the G9 X II (1") and HX20V (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G9 X II was released 4 years after the HX20V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G9 X II scores versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Sony HX20V
G9 X II | HX20V | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | July 2012 | More modern by 55 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Canon G9 X II
HX20V | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Sony HX20V
G9 X II | HX20V | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Look at the Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II and the HX20V.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and HX20V is 92 and 90 respectively.
Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and HX20V.
All in all, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X II will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2017-01-04 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 254 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 images | 320 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $530 | $397 |