Canon G9 X vs Canon SD1300 IS

Below, we are comparing the Canon G9 X and Canon SD1300 IS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SD1300 IS (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and SD1300 IS (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was brought out 5 years later than the SD1300 IS and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the G9 X grades versus the SD1300 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Canon SD1300 IS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X comes with external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Canon SD1300 IS has measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X vs the SD1300 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and SD1300 IS is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and SD1300 IS.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X will offer more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G9 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.