Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90
92 Imaging
52 Features
63 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Announced October 2015
- Updated by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G9 X and Samsung ST90, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and ST90 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and ST90 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G9 X was announced 4 years later than the ST90 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X grades vs the ST90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Samsung ST90
G9 X | ST90 | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | January 2011 | More recent by 58 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Canon G9 X
ST90 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Samsung ST90
G9 X | ST90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X has physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X and Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X vs the ST90.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and ST90 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and ST90.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will give you extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern G9 X provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G9 X vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Samsung ST90 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209g (0.46 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $150 |