Canon G9 X vs Olympus VR-340

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon G9 X vs Olympus VR-340, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and VR-340 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and VR-340 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X was unveiled 3 years later than the VR-340 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G9 X grades versus the VR-340 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X and the VR-340.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and VR-340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and VR-340.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will give you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.