Canon PowerShot G9 X

228 reviews

Nov, 2024

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portability (113)
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size (66)
performance (57)
image quality (50)

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zoom (9)
optics (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 228 reviews of Canon PowerShot G9 X. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the image quality and performance. The size and usability also get good feedback, whereas the optics and zoom get less positive comments. There are mixed opinions on the memory and shutter.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot G9 X is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon PowerShot G9 X

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 user reviews of Canon PowerShot G9 X from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and glare. The design and usability are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are less positive about the battery.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Canon PowerShot G9 X

alaTest has collected and analyzed 97 user reviews of Canon PowerShot G9 X from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviews about the image quality and performance are overall positive. The size and usability also get good opinions. Reviews about the viewfinder and reliability are different. There are some critical reviews about the optics.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Andy Westlake (trustedreviews.com)

Canon PowerShot G9 X

Back in 2009, Canon revitalised the enthusiast compact camera market with the PowerShot S90, a pocket-sized model with lots of external controls, raw format recording and above-average image quality. With its unusually fast f/1.8 aperture at wide-angle...

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : Amy Davies (techradar.com)

Canon PowerShot G9 X review

Canon's new super-slim G9X shares the same sensor as the highly praised G7 X, so expectations are high

Small size ; Large sensor ; Touch sensitive screen ; Inbuilt Wi-Fi

Few physical buttons, Short zoom range ; Narrow aperture at maximum zoom

The G9 X delivers great image quality and shows it is possible to cram a bigger sensor into a smaller body. The reliance on touch-screen control won't suit everyone, though, and the zoom range is modest.

Dec, 2015

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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Canon PowerShot G9 X review: Touching the void

On the evidence of the Canon PowerShot G9 X it's time to wave goodbye to the company's older, small-sensor PowerShot cameras. Why? Because the G9 X packs a large 1-inch sensor size into a slender body, making a good case to out-and-out replace models...

Slim design and good looks, capable autofocus system, good image quality to ISO 1600, dabbling with the future in touchscreen-based controls

The G7 X makes a lot more sense, Auto ISO opts for high sensitivities, limited zoom range and max aperture, no tilt-angle screen, odd shutter position, no d-pad

The Canon PowerShot G9 X is an accomplished compact camera, but one that feels like a fill-in for the company's wider 1-inch sensor range, not quite a knock-out product in its own right. It does show off some interesting work-in-progress ideas such as...

Nov, 2015

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The Canon PowerShot G9 X follows on from last year's PowerShot G7 X by putting a large 1-inch sensor into the body of a compact camera, promising near DSLR-quality photos from something small enough to shove into a pocket. It's a cheaper model than the...

Jan, 2016

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Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)

Canon PowerShot G9X

A change in how review loans are authorised is the reason that there has been an interregnum since the last review from me. Hopefully now I can get back to telling you about the latest offerings from this iconic name in cameras and more.

The Canon PowerShot G9X is available from the link below for £393.54 with free delivery.

Feb, 2016

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Expert review by : Joshua Waller (ephotozine.com)

Canon Powershot G9 X Review

The new Canon Powershot G9 X is Canon's most compact camera with a 1inch CMOS sensor for improved image quality.

Great image quality ; Good noise performance ; Great 3inch touch-screen - easy to use, responsive ; Stylish and compact metal camera body ; Good battery life with Eco mode switched on ; Numerous creative effects ; Manual video mode

Only 3x optical zoom lens ; Does not feature any high-speed video modes ; Does not feature a panoramic shooting mode ; Slow continuous shooting with raw option selected

The Canon Powershot G9 X is a compact and stylish digital camera that is designed to be small and pocketable whilst still delivering excellent image quality. Thankfully this is something the G9 X is highly capable of, with bright colourful images that...

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Canon PowerShot G9 X

The Canon PowerShot G9 X is the smallest camera you can get with a 1-inch image sensor, but it has a limited zoom range and is very slow when shooting in Raw format.

Sharp lens. 1-inch image sensor. Very compact. Lens control ring. Touch-sensitive LCD. Fun Creative Shot mode. Wi-Fi.

Limited zoom range. Narrow telephoto aperture. Largely touch-based control system. Slow when shooting Raw. Video tops out at 1080p30.

Conclusions With the PowerShot G9 X, Canon is doing its best to bring the image quality advantage of a 1-inch compact to the consumer market. But even though it's no slouch when it comes to image quality, it really slows you down if you opt to shoot in...

Jan, 2016

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Canon gives in, goes retro for its new PowerShot G9 X point-and-shoot compact

The camera is designed for the same use who's been waiting for an update to the PowerShot S120.

Oct, 2015

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Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)

Canon PowerShot G9 X

The Canon PowerShot G9 X is an ultra-compact and powerful digicam that goes beyond that of a standard point-n-shoot. Featuring a larger sensor, low-light lens, and powerful processor (HS System); this may be one of the nicest compact cameras you will...

Scene Recognition and Program modes are accurate and produce pleasing images ; Dedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to record ; DIGIC 6 image processor helps produce 6.35fps burst capture ; Captures pleasing exposures, with good color ;...

Some noticeable noise in all images, which is surprising considering the larger image sensor ; Lack of 4-way controller slows the changing of camera settings ; Not able to choose a single creative shooting mode ; Built-in flash charges very slowly,...

Dec, 2015

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Canon PowerShot G9 X

Canon PowerShot G9 X Compact Digital Camera : Canon proudly presents the all-new PowerShot G9X camera. Slim and lightweight, the Canon PowerShot G9 X is the acamera photographers will want to show off to their friends as much as they shoot with it. The...

The Canon PowerShot G9X price in US dollar is set at $529.99. Prices may vary from country to country. The retail sales package contains the following accessories: Canon PowerShot G9X camera, wrist strap WS-DC12, battery pack NB-13L and battery charger...

Oct, 2015

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