Canon G9 X vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Below, we are comparing the Canon G9 X vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was released 3 years after the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G9 X matches up vs the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X features 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 TG-1 iHS has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X vs Olympus TG-1 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X compared to the TG-1 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and TG-1 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and TG-1 iHS.

As you can tell, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 X will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.