Canon G9 X vs Nikon S9100

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon G9 X vs Nikon S9100, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S9100 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and S9100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G9 X was manufactured 4 years after the S9100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G9 X grades against the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has sizing of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X against the S9100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and S9100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and S9100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will produce greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger G9 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.