Canon G9 X vs Panasonic G100

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon G9 X and Panasonic G100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the G100 (20MP) is fairly close but the G9 X (1") and G100 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was manufactured 5 years before the G100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G9 X matches up versus the G100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X and the G100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and G100 is 92 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and G100.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The G9 X has got the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh tougher. The older G9 X will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.