Canon G9 X vs Nikon L100

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon G9 X vs Nikon L100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and L100 (10MP) and the G9 X (1") and L100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was announced 6 years later than the L100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the G9 X matches up vs the L100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X offers external 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 Nikon L100 has sizing of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X vs Nikon L100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the G9 X versus the L100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and L100 is 92 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and L100.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will produce greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G9 X should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.