Canon G9 X vs Nikon S32

The following is a extended assessment of the Canon G9 X vs Nikon S32, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the G9 X (1") and S32 (1/3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was revealed 21 months after the S32 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G9 X grades versus the S32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X offers exterior dimensions 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 S32 has specifications of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G9 X vs the S32.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and S32 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and S32.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will offer you more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer G9 X will have a benefit in sensor technology.