Canon G9 X vs Nikon S9300

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon G9 X and Nikon S9300, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and S9300 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and S9300 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was launched 3 years after the S9300 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G9 X grades vs the S9300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Coolpix S9300. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X provides external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G9 X and the S9300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and S9300 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and S9300.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher G9 X should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.