Canon G9 X vs Sony W620

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G9 X vs Sony W620, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and W620 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and W620 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The G9 X was announced 3 years later than the W620 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G9 X matches up against the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X compared to the W620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and W620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and W620.

All in all, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G9 X will result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 X is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.