Canon G9 X vs Sony H50
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Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 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
- New Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G9 X versus Sony H50, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and H50 (9MP) and the G9 X (1") and H50 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

The G9 X was revealed 6 years after the H50 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X matches up versus the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Sony H50
G9 X | H50 | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 83 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Canon G9 X
H50 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Sony H50
G9 X | H50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X has got 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 Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X versus Sony H50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X versus the H50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and H50 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and H50.
As you can see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X will provide extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent G9 X provides an edge in sensor technology.

Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Sony H50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209g (0.46 lb) | 547g (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $80 |