Canon G9 X vs Panasonic SZ3

Lets examine more closely at the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic SZ3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and SZ3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G9 X was introduced 2 years after the SZ3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G9 X scores versus the SZ3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X versus the SZ3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and SZ3 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and SZ3.

All in all, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G9 X provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.