Canon G9 X vs Nikon L26

Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon G9 X vs Nikon L26, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and L26 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and L26 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was unveiled 3 years later than the L26 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G9 X matches up vs the L26 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X offers outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X compared to the L26.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and L26 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and L26.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer G9 X should have an advantage in sensor technology.