Canon G9 X II vs Sony ZV-1

Let's take a closer look at the Canon G9 X II vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The G9 X II was launched 4 years earlier than the ZV-1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X II matches up vs the ZV-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II compared to the ZV-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and ZV-1 is 92 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and ZV-1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older G9 X II is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.