Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100
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Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Successor is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011

Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-ZR100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The G9 X was released 4 years later than the EX-ZR100 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X scores against the EX-ZR100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Casio EX-ZR100
G9 X | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 52 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+579k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Canon G9 X
EX-ZR100 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-ZR100
G9 X | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR100 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Canon G9 X and Casio EX-ZR100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X against the EX-ZR100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and EX-ZR100 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and EX-ZR100.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer G9 X will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Casio EX-ZR100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 40.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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) | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $399 | $300 |