Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS7

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic ZS7, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and ZS7 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and ZS7 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 4 years later than the ZS7 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X grades versus the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 X versus the ZS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and ZS7 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and ZS7.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will result in more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger G9 X will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.