Canon G9 X vs Fujifilm JX500

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm JX500, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 3 years after the Fujifilm JX500 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G9 X grades vs the Fujifilm JX500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Fujifilm FinePix JX500. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Fujifilm JX500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X features external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX500 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm JX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X and the Fujifilm JX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and Fujifilm JX500 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and Fujifilm JX500.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will resolve greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G9 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.