Canon G9 X vs Fujifilm X100S

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm X100S, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and Fujifilm X100S (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was revealed 2 years later than the Fujifilm X100S and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X100S being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G9 X scores against the Fujifilm X100S for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Fujifilm X100S. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Fujifilm X100S Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X100S has sizing of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X and Fujifilm X100S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G9 X vs the Fujifilm X100S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and Fujifilm X100S is 92 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and Fujifilm X100S.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon G9 X will result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher G9 X is going to have an edge in sensor tech.