Canon G9 X vs Samsung WB250F

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon G9 X and Samsung WB250F, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and WB250F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was unveiled 2 years later than the WB250F and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the G9 X grades versus the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X and the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and WB250F.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G9 X will offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern G9 X is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.