Canon G9 X vs Nikon S8000

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G9 X vs Nikon S8000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S8000 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and S8000 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 5 years later than the S8000 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G9 X scores versus the S8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X features physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon S8000 has dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X versus the S8000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and S8000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and S8000.

As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will offer you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer G9 X provides an edge in sensor innovation.