Canon G9 X vs Sony W610
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Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 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
- Later Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Canon G9 X versus Sony W610, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and W610 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and W610 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe G9 X was launched 3 years later than the W610 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G9 X grades against the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Sony W610
G9 X | W610 | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | January 2012 | Fresher by 46 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Canon G9 X
W610 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Sony W610
G9 X | W610 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X has external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Canon G9 X versus Sony W610 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the G9 X against the W610.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and W610 is 92 and 97 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and W610.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer G9 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G9 X vs Sony W610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | 250 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $200 |