Canon G9 X vs Canon N
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Canon G9 X vs Canon N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Renewed by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
Canon G9 X vs Canon N Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Canon G9 X and Canon N, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Canon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and N (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and N (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe G9 X was launched 2 years later than the N and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G9 X matches up vs the N for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G9 X vs Canon N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Canon PowerShot N. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Canon N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Canon N
G9 X | N | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | January 2013 | Fresher by 34 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 461k | Clearer display (+579k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Canon G9 X
N | G9 X | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon G9 X and Canon N
G9 X | N | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon G9 X vs Canon N Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Canon N has sizing of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon G9 X and Canon N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G9 X versus the N.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and N is 92 and 93 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Canon N Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and N.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will render greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent G9 X will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon G9 X vs Canon N Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Canon PowerShot N | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Canon PowerShot N |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-10-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Digic 5 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 2248 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | PureColor II G touch |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 209 grams (0.46 pounds) | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-13L | NB-9L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $299 |