Canon G9 X vs Sony HX50V

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon G9 X versus Sony HX50V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively well matched but the G9 X (1") and HX50V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was launched 2 years later than the HX50V and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G9 X scores vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X versus Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X against the HX50V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and HX50V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G9 X provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The newer G9 X is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.