Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj 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
- Released October 2015
- Newer Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2009

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Canon G9 X versus Nikon S1000pj, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S1000pj (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and S1000pj (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The G9 X was announced 6 years later than the S1000pj and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X matches up vs the S1000pj with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Nikon S1000pj
G9 X | S1000pj | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 76 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon G9 X
S1000pj | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Nikon S1000pj
G9 X | S1000pj | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X comes with external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X versus Nikon S1000pj in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X and the S1000pj.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and S1000pj is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and S1000pj.
All in all, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will provide you with greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G9 X will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Canon G9 X vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209g (0.46 lbs) | 175g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $289 |