Canon G9 X vs Kodak Z950

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon G9 X vs Kodak Z950, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Z950 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and Z950 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was announced 5 years after the Z950 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G9 X scores versus the Z950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Kodak EasyShare Z950. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Kodak Z950 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G9 X has got outer 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 Kodak Z950 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X against the Z950.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and Z950 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and Z950.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X will give you extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer G9 X is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.