Canon G9 X vs Samsung EX2F

Let's look much closer at the Canon G9 X vs Samsung EX2F, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 2 years after the EX2F which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X grades against the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X comes with external 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 Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X vs the EX2F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and EX2F.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will offer more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher G9 X is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.