Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300
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![Canon PowerShot G9 X front Canon PowerShot G9 X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X/Canon-G9-X-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P300 front Nikon Coolpix P300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P300/Nikon-P300-front.jpg)
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35 Features
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Revealed October 2015
- New Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P310
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X versus Nikon P300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and P300 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and P300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
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The G9 X was introduced 4 years later than the P300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G9 X grades versus the P300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Nikon P300
G9 X | P300 | |||
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Launched | October 2015 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 54 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Canon G9 X
P300 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Nikon P300
G9 X | P300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Canon G9 X versus Nikon P300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 X against the P300.
![Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 size comparison Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and P300 is 92 and 92 respectively.
![Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and P300.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will render more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 sensor size comparison Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-10-12 | 2011-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 grams (0.46 pounds) | 189 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $500 |