Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020
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![Canon PowerShot G9 X front Canon PowerShot G9 X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X/Canon-G9-X-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 front Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020/Olympus-6020-front.jpg)
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 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
- Released October 2015
- Refreshed by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6020
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and 6020 (13MP) and the G9 X (1") and 6020 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
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The G9 X was launched 5 years after the 6020 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G9 X matches up vs the 6020 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Olympus 6020 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Olympus 6020
G9 X | 6020 | |||
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Launched | October 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 70 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Canon G9 X
6020 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Olympus 6020
G9 X | 6020 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X features exterior dimensions 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 6020 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X versus the 6020.
![Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 size comparison Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and 6020 is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and 6020.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will show greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 sensor size comparison Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X vs Olympus 6020 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 |
Also Known as | - | mju Tough 6020 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | TruePic III |
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 | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1/4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209g (0.46 pounds) | 122g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $279 |