Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-H15

The following is a complete comparison of the Canon G9 X versus Casio EX-H15, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and EX-H15 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and EX-H15 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X was launched 5 years after the EX-H15 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G9 X matches up against the EX-H15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Casio Exilim EX-H15. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Casio EX-H15 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X enjoys outside 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 Casio EX-H15 has measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X versus Casio EX-H15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 X and the EX-H15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and EX-H15 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and EX-H15.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.