Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500
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Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Replacement is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released February 2013

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the S3500 (20MP) is very similar but the G9 X (1") and S3500 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

The G9 X was announced 2 years after the S3500 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G9 X scores vs the S3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Nikon S3500
G9 X | S3500 | |||
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Released | October 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 33 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Canon G9 X
S3500 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Nikon S3500
G9 X | S3500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon S3500 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X compared to the S3500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and S3500 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and S3500.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizes. The G9 X contains the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The more modern G9 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Nikon Coolpix S3500 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-10-12 | 2013-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 26-182mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.4-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 pounds) | 129 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $399 | $85 |