Canon G9 X vs Olympus 9000

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X versus Olympus 9000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and 9000 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and 9000 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was manufactured 6 years later than the 9000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X grades against the 9000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Olympus 9000 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon G9 X versus Olympus 9000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X versus the 9000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and 9000 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and 9000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X will give greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern G9 X should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.