Canon G9 X vs Sony A500

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon G9 X and Sony A500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and A500 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and A500 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was brought out 6 years later than the A500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G9 X matches up versus the A500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X has exterior 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 Sony A500 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X and the A500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and A500 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and A500.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Canon G9 X will provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 X should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.