Canon G9 X vs Olympus FE-47

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon G9 X versus Olympus FE-47, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and FE-47 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and FE-47 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was announced 5 years later than the FE-47 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G9 X scores against the FE-47 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G9 X provides outer 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 Olympus FE-47 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X vs the FE-47.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and FE-47 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and FE-47.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger G9 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.