Canon G9 X vs Nikon L120

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon G9 X versus Nikon L120, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and L120 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and L120 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was brought out 4 years later than the L120 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X scores against the L120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X versus Nikon L120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X versus the L120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and L120 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and L120.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will provide you with extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern G9 X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.