Canon G9 X vs Canon S120

Its time to look closer at the Canon G9 X versus Canon S120, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S120 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and S120 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was launched 23 months after the S120 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G9 X grades against the S120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Canon PowerShot S120. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Canon S120 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X features external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Canon S120 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon G9 X versus Canon S120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G9 X versus the S120.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and S120 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and S120.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X will result in more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern G9 X will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.