Canon G9 X vs Nikon P330

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X versus Nikon P330, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and P330 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and P330 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was released 2 years later than the P330 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G9 X matches up versus the P330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix P330. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon P330 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon P330 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X and the P330.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and P330 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and P330.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X will offer more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent G9 X will have an edge in sensor tech.