Canon G9 X vs Fujifilm XP150

Here is a thorough review of the Canon G9 X versus Fujifilm XP150, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was released 3 years later than the Fujifilm XP150 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G9 X scores versus the Fujifilm XP150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Fujifilm FinePix XP150. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Fujifilm XP150 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G9 X comes with external dimensions 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 Fujifilm XP150 has specifications of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G9 X versus Fujifilm XP150 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G9 X against the Fujifilm XP150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and Fujifilm XP150 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and Fujifilm XP150.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will result in more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 X is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.