Canon G9 X vs Olympus VR-320

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X versus Olympus VR-320, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and VR-320 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and VR-320 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was brought out 4 years after the VR-320 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G9 X scores vs the VR-320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X has exterior dimensions 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 VR-320 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G9 X compared to the VR-320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and VR-320 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and VR-320.

All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger G9 X is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.