Canon G9 X vs Nikon S3600

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon G9 X versus Nikon S3600, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is pretty close but the G9 X (1") and S3600 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G9 X was brought out 22 months after the S3600 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G9 X matches up versus the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X enjoys outside dimensions 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 S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X versus Nikon S3600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X against the S3600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and S3600 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and S3600.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The G9 X comes with the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler. The newer G9 X provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.