Canon G9 X vs Fujifilm Z33WP

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm Z33WP, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the G9 X (1") and Fujifilm Z33WP (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was introduced 6 years after the Fujifilm Z33WP which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G9 X scores against the Fujifilm Z33WP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X offers exterior measurements 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 Fujifilm Z33WP has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm Z33WP in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X compared to the Fujifilm Z33WP.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and Fujifilm Z33WP is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and Fujifilm Z33WP.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will offer greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger G9 X will have an advantage in sensor technology.