Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V
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Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V 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
- Released October 2015
- Replacement is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012
- Later Model is Sony HX20V

Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively similar but the G9 X (1") and HX10V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The G9 X was released 3 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the G9 X grades against the HX10V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Sony HX10V
G9 X | HX10V | |||
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Released | October 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 45 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Canon G9 X
HX10V | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Sony HX10V
G9 X | HX10V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 X vs the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and HX10V.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern G9 X is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 grams (0.46 pounds) | 234 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 320 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $399 | $616 |