Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS
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![Canon PowerShot G9 X front Canon PowerShot G9 X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X/Canon-G9-X-front.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS.jpg)
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Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS 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
- Launched October 2015
- Renewed by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
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Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Canon G9 X and Canon SD960 IS, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Canon. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SD960 IS (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and SD960 IS (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
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The G9 X was manufactured 6 years after the SD960 IS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the G9 X matches up versus the SD960 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Canon SD960 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Canon SD960 IS
G9 X | SD960 IS | |||
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Released | October 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 81 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Canon G9 X
SD960 IS | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Canon SD960 IS
G9 X | SD960 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Canon SD960 IS has proportions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G9 X and Canon SD960 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X against the SD960 IS.
![Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS size comparison Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and SD960 IS is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and SD960 IS.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X should have an edge in sensor technology.
![Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS sensor size comparison Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X vs Canon SD960 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS |
Otherwise known as | - | Digital IXUS 110 IS |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2009-02-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 pounds) | 145 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | NB-4L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $399 | - |