Canon G9 X vs Olympus SZ-15

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon G9 X and Olympus SZ-15, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and SZ-15 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was released 2 years after the SZ-15 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the G9 X scores versus the SZ-15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X has exterior measurements 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 Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G9 X and Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 X and the SZ-15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and SZ-15 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and SZ-15.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent G9 X is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.