Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3300

Here, we are analyzing the Canon G9 X and Nikon S3300, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S3300 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and S3300 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The G9 X was unveiled 3 years after the S3300 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X scores against the S3300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G9 X has external 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) and the Nikon S3300 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 X compared to the S3300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and S3300 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and S3300.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X will result in greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 X should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.