Canon G9 X vs Sony WX30

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon G9 X versus Sony WX30, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and WX30 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was revealed 4 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 X scores vs the WX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X offers exterior 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) and the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X versus Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 X versus the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and WX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and WX30.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent G9 X is going to have an edge in sensor tech.