Canon G9 X vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X and Olympus SZ-12, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SZ-12 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and SZ-12 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 3 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G9 X matches up vs the SZ-12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X features outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X and Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X against the SZ-12.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and SZ-12 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and SZ-12.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will offer you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer G9 X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.