Canon G9 X vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon G9 X vs Panasonic SZ8, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and SZ8 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was launched 22 months later than the SZ8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G9 X matches up versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X offers exterior measurements 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 Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X vs Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G9 X and the SZ8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and SZ8 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and SZ8.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent G9 X will have a benefit in sensor tech.