Canon G9 X vs Nikon P340

Here, we are comparing the Canon G9 X and Nikon P340, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and P340 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and P340 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was revealed 21 months after the P340 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X scores against the P340 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix P340. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon P340 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X comes with outer 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 P340 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G9 X against the P340.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and P340 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and P340.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will result in greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger G9 X should have an advantage in sensor technology.