Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-Z280

In this article, we are matching up the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-Z280, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and EX-Z280 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and EX-Z280 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was announced 6 years after the EX-Z280 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the G9 X scores vs the EX-Z280 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X has outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z280 has proportions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-Z280 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X versus the EX-Z280.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and EX-Z280 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and EX-Z280.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X will render more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X will have an advantage in sensor technology.