Canon G9 X vs Panasonic FH5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic FH5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and FH5 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and FH5 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was released 4 years later than the FH5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G9 X scores against the FH5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X has 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) and the Panasonic FH5 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic FH5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X compared to the FH5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and FH5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and FH5.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger G9 X should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.