Canon G9 X vs Nikon A

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon G9 X and Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and A (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and A (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was introduced 2 years later than the A and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G9 X scores against the A in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix A. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon A Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon A has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X and the A.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and A is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and A.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon G9 X will resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 X is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.