Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Announced October 2015
- Replacement is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic ZR3, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and ZR3 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and ZR3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
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Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the G9 X scores versus the ZR3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Panasonic ZR3
G9 X | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | January 2010 | Fresher by 70 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Canon G9 X
ZR3 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Panasonic ZR3
G9 X | ZR3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in 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") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X versus the ZR3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and ZR3 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and ZR3.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X will give greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger G9 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $280 |