Canon G9 X vs Samsung SL202

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon G9 X versus Samsung SL202, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and SL202 (10MP) and the G9 X (1") and SL202 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was introduced 6 years after the SL202 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G9 X scores vs the SL202 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X and the SL202.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and SL202 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and SL202.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X will give you greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger G9 X provides a benefit in sensor technology.