Canon G9 X vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon G9 X vs Samsung HZ35W, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and HZ35W (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and HZ35W (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was manufactured 5 years after the HZ35W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X matches up against the HZ35W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G9 X vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X compared to the HZ35W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and HZ35W.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will deliver more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer G9 X will have a benefit in sensor innovation.