Canon G9 X vs Nikon Z fc

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G9 X and Nikon Z fc, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is relatively comparable but the G9 X (1") and Z fc (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was released 6 years before the Z fc and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G9 X grades against the Z fc with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G9 X provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon Z fc has specifications of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X and Nikon Z fc in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G9 X against the Z fc.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and Z fc is 92 and 79 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and Z fc.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Nikon Z fc will produce more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older G9 X will be behind in sensor innovation.