• 1/1.7 inch 43.3mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 210.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 33.00mm - 165.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon G9 advantages over Fujifilm AX550

  • Larger sensor
    1/1.7 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.90 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • More telephoto lens reach
    210 mm vs 165 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/2500 vs 1/1400 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Fujifilm AX550 advantages over Canon G9

  • Less expensive
    $90 vs $500 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 480 vs 240 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Thinner
    27 mm vs 42 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    168g vs 364g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm AX300

Canon G9
Fujifilm AX300
  • $500
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $92
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
Fujifilm AX550
Fujifilm AX300
  • $116
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $92
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Nikon L26

Canon G9
Nikon L26
  • $500
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $120
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
Fujifilm AX550
Nikon L26
  • $116
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $120
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens

Compared to Pentax WG-10

Canon G9
Pentax WG-10
  • $500
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
Fujifilm AX550
Pentax WG-10
  • $116
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Fujifilm AX650

Canon G9
Fujifilm AX650
  • $500
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
Fujifilm AX550
Fujifilm AX650
  • $116
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Nikon L32

Canon G9
Nikon L32
  • $500
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Thinner
Fujifilm AX550
Nikon L32
  • $116
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Wider angle lens
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