Canon G9 X II vs Sony S2000

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G9 X II and Sony S2000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S2000 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was announced 7 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the G9 X II grades vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II and the S2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and S2000.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will deliver extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.