Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-Z90

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-Z90, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and EX-Z90 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and EX-Z90 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G9 X was unveiled 6 years later than the EX-Z90 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G9 X scores against the EX-Z90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X offers external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z90 has dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X compared to the EX-Z90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and EX-Z90 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and EX-Z90.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will result in greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern G9 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.