Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70
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![Canon PowerShot G9 X front Canon PowerShot G9 X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X/Canon-G9-X-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS70/Panasonic-ZS70-front.jpg)
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Introduced October 2015
- New Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS80
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic ZS70, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is very well matched but the G9 X (1") and ZS70 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
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The G9 X was released 18 months earlier than the ZS70 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G9 X matches up against the ZS70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Panasonic ZS70
G9 X | ZS70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Canon G9 X
ZS70 | G9 X | |||
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Introduced | April 2017 | ![]() | October 2015 | More recent by 18 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon G9 X and Panasonic ZS70
G9 X | ZS70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G9 X features external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Look at the Canon G9 X versus Panasonic ZS70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X against the ZS70.
![Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 size comparison Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS70-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and ZS70 is 92 and 87 respectively.
![Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS70-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and ZS70.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The G9 X uses the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The older G9 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 sensor size comparison Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS70-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS70-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-10-12 | 2017-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 grams (0.46 lbs) | 322 grams (0.71 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 380 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $450 |