Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350
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Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350 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
- Launched October 2015
- Renewed by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Succeeded the Sony WX300
- Renewed by Sony WX500
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Here, we are contrasting the Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very comparable but the G9 X (1") and WX350 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G9 X was brought out 21 months after the WX350 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the G9 X scores against the WX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Sony WX350
| G9 X | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 21 months | |
| Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
| Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Canon G9 X
| WX350 | G9 X |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G9 X and Sony WX350
| G9 X | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X against the WX350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and WX350 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and WX350.
All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon G9 X vs Sony WX350 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2014-02-13 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
| 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 area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 209 gr (0.46 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 495 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 photos | 470 photos |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-13L | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $399 | $270 |