Canon G9 X vs Nikon P7700

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon G9 X vs Nikon P7700, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and P7700 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and P7700 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was launched 2 years later than the P7700 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X scores against the P7700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X comes with outside measurements 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 P7700 has measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Canon G9 X vs Nikon P7700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 X versus the P7700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and P7700 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and P7700.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern G9 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.