Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Launched October 2015
- Successor is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally Known as mju 7000
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and 7000 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and 7000 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe G9 X was introduced 6 years later than the 7000 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G9 X matches up against the 7000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Olympus Stylus 7000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Olympus 7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Olympus 7000
G9 X | 7000 | |||
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Launched | October 2015 | January 2009 | More recent by 83 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Canon G9 X
7000 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Olympus 7000
G9 X | 7000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X has got exterior measurements 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 Olympus 7000 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).
Check the Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X against the 7000.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and 7000 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and 7000.
As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent G9 X provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 7000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Olympus Stylus 7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Olympus Stylus 7000 |
Alternate name | - | mju 7000 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 lbs) | 172 gr (0.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $399 | $280 |