Canon G9 X vs Zeiss ZX1

The following is a complete review of the Canon G9 X and Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Zeiss. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the G9 X (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G9 X scores vs the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X and the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and ZX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and ZX1.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will show more detail having an extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged G9 X will be behind in sensor innovation.