Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F
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Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Announced October 2015
- Updated by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012

Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon G9 X versus Samsung WB150F, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and WB150F (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and WB150F (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

The G9 X was announced 3 years after the WB150F which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G9 X scores against the WB150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Samsung WB150F
G9 X | WB150F | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 46 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon G9 X
WB150F | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Samsung WB150F
G9 X | WB150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X features physical 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 WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X versus Samsung WB150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 X versus the WB150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and WB150F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and WB150F.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon G9 X will produce greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent G9 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Samsung WB150F |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $230 |