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Canon G9 X Mark II vs Nikon Z6 II

The Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and the Nikon Z6 II are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in January 2017 and October 2020. The G9X Mark II is a fixed lens compact, while the Z6 II is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on an one-inch (G9X Mark II) and a full frame (Z6 II) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 20 megapixels, whereas the Nikon provides 24.3 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Canon G9 X Mark II
versus
Nikon Z6 II
Canon G9 X Mark II   Nikon Z6 II
Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
28-84mm f/2.0-4.9 Nikon Z mount lenses
20 MP – 1" sensor 24.3 MP – Full Frame sensor
1080/60p Video 4K/60p Video
ISO 125-12,800 ISO 100-51,200 (50 - 204,800)
No viewfinder, LCD framing Electronic viewfinder (3690k dots)
3.0" LCD – 1040k dots 3.2" LCD – 2100k dots
Fixed touchscreen Tilting touchscreen
8.2 shutter flaps per second 14 shutter flaps per second
Lens-based stabilizationIn-body stabilization
not weather sealedWeathersealed body
235 shots per battery charge410 shots per battery charge
98 x 58 x 31 mm, 206 g 134 x 101 x 70 mm, 705 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and the Nikon Z6 II? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Canon G9 X Mark II and the Nikon Z6 II. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The G9X Mark II can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the Z6 II is only available in black.

Size Canon G9 X Mark II vs Nikon Z6 II
Compare G9X Mark II versus Z6 II top
Comparison G9X Mark II or Z6 II rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Nikon Z6 II is considerably larger (138 percent) than the Canon G9 X Mark II. It is noteworthy in this context that the Z6 II is splash and dust-proof, while the G9X Mark II does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the G9X Mark II has a lens built in, whereas the Z6 II is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup.

Concerning battery life, the G9X Mark II gets 235 shots out of its Canon NB-13L battery, while the Z6 II can take 410 images on a single charge of its Nikon EN-EL15c power pack. The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Canon G9 X Mark II 98 mm 58 mm 31 mm 206 g 235 i Jan 2017 US$ 529ebay.com
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Nikon Z6 II 134 mm 101 mm 70 mm 705 g 410 i Oct 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Canon 200D 122 mm 93 mm 70 mm 453 g 650 i Jun 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon 1300D 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 485 g 500 i Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon 2000D 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 475 g 500 i Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon G9 X 98 mm 58 mm 31 mm 209 g 220 i Oct 2015 US$ 529ebay.com
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Canon M100 108 mm 67 mm 35 mm 302 g 295 i Aug 2017 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon S120 100 mm 59 mm 29 mm 217 g 230 i Aug 2013 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon SX70 127 mm 91 mm 117 mm 608 g 325 i Sep 2018 US$ 549 amazon.com
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Canon SX620 97 mm 57 mm 28 mm 182 g 295 i May 2016 US$ 279ebay.com
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Nikon Z5 134 mm 101 mm 67 mm 675 g 470 i Jul 2020 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon Z6 134 mm 101 mm 67 mm 675 g 310 i Aug 2018 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon Z7 II 134 mm 101 mm 70 mm 705 g 420 i Oct 2020 US$ 2 999 amazon.com
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Panasonic GH5 II 139 mm 98 mm 87 mm 727 g 400 i May 2021 US$ 1 699 amazon.com
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Panasonic S5 133 mm 98 mm 82 mm 714 g 440 i Sep 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony HX95 102 mm 58 mm 36 mm 242 g 370 i Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Sony HX99 102 mm 58 mm 36 mm 242 g 370 i Aug 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The listed launch prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The G9X Mark II was launched at a lower price than the Z6 II, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon G9 X Mark II features an one-inch sensor and the Nikon Z6 II a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the Z6 II is 640 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.7 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Canon G9 X Mark II and Nikon Z6 II sensor measures

With 24.3MP, the Z6 II offers a higher resolution than the G9X Mark II (20MP), but the Z6 II nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.94μm versus 2.41μm for the G9X Mark II) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the Z6 II is a much more recent model (by 3 years and 9 months) than the G9X Mark II, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units.

The resolution advantage of the Nikon Z6 II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the Z6 II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30.2 x 20.1 inches or 76.8 x 51.1 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24.2 x 16.1 inches or 61.4 x 40.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20.2 x 13.4 inches or 51.2 x 34.1 cm. The corresponding values for the Canon G9 X Mark II are 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm for good quality, 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm for very good quality, and 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Z6 II has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II has a native sensitivity range from ISO 125 to ISO 12800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Nikon Z6 II are ISO 100 to ISO 51200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 50-204800.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with BSI-CMOS (Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

G9X Mark II versus Z6 II MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the Z6 II offers substantially better image quality than the G9X Mark II (overall score 29 points higher). The advantage is based on 3.1 bits higher color depth, 1.9 EV in additional dynamic range, and 2.7 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The adjacent table reports on the physical sensor characteristics and the outcomes of the DXO sensor quality tests for a sample of comparator-cameras.

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Canon G9 X Mark II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.912.552265
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Nikon Z6 II Full Frame 24.3 6048 40244K/60p25.014.4330394
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Canon 200D APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.613.4104179
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Canon 1300D APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p22.011.778166
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Canon 2000D APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p22.611.9100971
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Canon G9 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.512.349563
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Canon M100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.512.9127278
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Canon S120 1/1.7 12.0 4000 30001080/60p21.311.924656
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Canon SX70 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.612.1106351
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Canon SX620 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/30p20.411.883849
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Nikon Z5 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40164K/30p25.314.3292995
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Nikon Z6 Full Frame 24.3 6048 40244K/30p25.314.3329995
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Nikon Z7 II Full Frame 45.4 8256 55044K/60p26.314.72841100
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Panasonic GH5 II Four Thirds 20.2 5184 38884K/60p23.713.1113679
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Panasonic S5 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.114.5269794
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Sony HX95 1/2.3 18.0 4896 36724K/30p20.612.1105751
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Sony HX99 1/2.3 18.0 4896 36724K/30p20.612.1105851
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the Z6 II provides a better video resolution than the G9X Mark II. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/60p, while the Canon is limited to 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the Z6 II has an electronic viewfinder (3690k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the G9X Mark II relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Canon G9 X Mark II and Nikon Z6 II in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

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Canon G9 X Mark IIi i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 8.2/s i i
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Nikon Z6 II3690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 14.0/s i i
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Canon 200Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 1300Doptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon 2000Doptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon G9 Xi i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 6.0/s i i
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Canon M100i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.1/s i i
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Canon S120i i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/2000s 12.1/s i i
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Canon SX702360 i3.0 / 922 swivel i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Canon SX620i i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/2000s 2.5/s i i
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Nikon Z53690 i3.2 / 1040 tilting i 1/8000s 4.5/s i i
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Nikon Z63690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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Nikon Z7 II3690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH5 II3680 i3.0 / 1840 swivel i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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Panasonic S52360 i3.0 / 1840 swivel i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Sony HX95638 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony HX99638 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The G9X Mark II has one, while the Z6 II does not. While the built-in flash of the G9X Mark II is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the Z6 II is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Canon G9 X Mark II and the Nikon Z6 II both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The G9X Mark II writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the Z6 II uses CFexpress (type B) or SDXC cards. The Z6 II features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the G9X Mark II only has one slot. The Z6 II supports UHS-II cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 312 MB/s), while the G9X Mark II can use UHS-I cards (up to 104 MB/s).

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Z6 II and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Canon G9 X Mark IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon Z6 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Canon 200Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 1300Dimono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 2000Dimono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon G9 Xistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon M100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon S120istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon SX70istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon SX620imono / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon Z5istereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Nikon Z6istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Nikon Z7 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Panasonic GH5 IIistereo / monoiifull3.2iii
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Panasonic S5istereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Sony HX95istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony HX99istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the Z6 II has a microphone port, which can help to improve the quality of audio recordings by attaching an external microphone. The G9X Mark II does not feature such a mic input.

The Z6 II is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Nikon. In contrast, the G9X Mark II has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on ebay). There has not been a direct replacement model for the G9X Mark II from Canon. Further information on the features and operation of the G9X Mark II and Z6 II can be found, respectively, in the Canon G9 X Mark II Manual (free pdf) or the online Nikon Z6 II Manual.

Review summary

So how do things add up? Is the Canon G9 X Mark II better than the Nikon Z6 II or vice versa? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

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Advantages of the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II:

  • Ready to shoot: Has a lens built-in, whereas the Z6 II requires a separate lens.
  • More compact: Is smaller (98x58mm vs 134x101mm) and thus needs less room in the bag.
  • Less heavy: Is lighter even though it comes with a built-in lens (unlike the Z6 II).
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in January 2017).

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Reasons to prefer the Nikon Z6 II:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (24.3 vs 20MP), which boosts linear resolution by 10%.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (29 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (3.1 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (1.9 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (2.7 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/60p vs 1080/60p).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • Better sound: Can connect to an external microphone for higher quality sound recording.
  • Better sound control: Has a headphone port that enables audio monitoring while recording.
  • Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • Easier setting verification: Features a control panel on top to check shooting parameters.
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (2100k vs 1040k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (14 vs 8.2 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • More flexible: Takes interchangeable lenses and can thus be used with specialty optics.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (410 versus 235) out of a single battery charge.
  • Better sealing: Is splash and dust sealed for shooting in inclement weather conditions.
  • Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.2 vs 2.0).
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Supports a more advanced SD data transfer standard (UHS-II vs UHS-I).
  • More modern: Reflects 3 years and 9 months of technical progress since the G9X Mark II launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the Z6 II is the clear winner of the contest (25 : 7 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

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How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon G9 X Mark II and the Nikon Z6 II place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Travel-Zoom Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the G9X Mark II and the Z6 II in practical situations. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Canon G9 X Mark II4/5..4/575/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 529ebay.com
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Nikon Z6 II4.5/5..4/589/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Canon 200D4/5+ +4/578/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon 1300D4/5o4/573/1004/54/5 Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon 2000D3/5o3.5/5..3.5/53.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon G9 X3.5/5+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Oct 2015 US$ 529ebay.com
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Canon M1003/5+....4/53.5/5 Aug 2017 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon S120..+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Aug 2013 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon SX70..+ +3.5/5..3.5/53.5/5 Sep 2018 US$ 549 amazon.com
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Canon SX620..........4/5 May 2016 US$ 279ebay.com
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Nikon Z54/5..4/589/1004.5/54/5 Jul 2020 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon Z65/5..5/589/1004.5/55/5 Aug 2018 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon Z7 II4.5/5..4.5/5..4.5/54.5/5 Oct 2020 US$ 2 999 amazon.com
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Panasonic GH5 II4.5/5..4.5/585/1004.5/55/5 May 2021 US$ 1 699 amazon.com
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Panasonic S54.5/5+ +4.5/588/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony HX95............ Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Sony HX99........4/54.5/5 Aug 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Canon G9 X Mark II vs Nikon Z6 II

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens 28-84mm f/2.0-4.9 Nikon Z mount lenses
Launch Date January 2017 October 2020
Launch Price USD 529 USD 1,999
Sensor Specs Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
Sensor Technology BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format 1" Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 13.2 x 8.8 mm 35.9 x 23.9 mm
Sensor Area 116.16 mm2 858.01 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 15.9 mm 43.1 mm
Crop Factor 2.7x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 20 Megapixels 24.3 Megapixels
Image Resolution 5472 x 3648 pixels 6048 x 4024 pixels
Pixel Pitch 2.41 μm 5.94 μm
Pixel Density 17.18 MP/cm2 2.84 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 4K/60p Video
ISO Setting 125 - 12,800 ISO 100 - 51,200 ISO
ISO Boost no Enhancement 50 - 204,800 ISO
Image Processor DIGIC 7 DUAL EXPEED 6
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 65 94
DXO Color Depth (bits) 21.9 25
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 12.5 14.4
DXO Low Light (ISO) 522 3303
Screen Specs Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
Viewfinder Type no viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.80x
Viewfinder Resolution 3690k dots
Top-Level Screen no Top Display Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.2inch
LCD Resolution 1040k dots 2100k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Touch Input Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
Focus System Contrast-detect AF On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing AidFocus PeakingFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 8.2 shutter flaps/s 14 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterno E-Shutterup to 1/8000s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationLens-based stabilizationIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards CFexB or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Dual card slots
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-II
Connectivity Specs Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
External Flash no Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 3.2
HDMI Port micro HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication NFC built-in no NFC
Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Canon G9 X Mark II Nikon Z6 II
Environmental Sealingnot weather sealedWeathersealed body
Battery Type Canon NB-13L Nikon EN-EL15c
Battery Life (CIPA)235 shots per charge410 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 98 x 58 x 31 mm
(3.9 x 2.3 x 1.2 in)
134 x 101 x 70 mm
(5.3 x 4.0 x 2.8 in)
Camera Weight 206 g (7.3 oz) 705 g (24.9 oz)
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