Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon G9 X and Canon G7 X MII side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G9 X has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 31 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.21″) and weighs 209 g (0.46 lb / 7.37 oz) (including batteries). Canon G7 X MII has external dimensions of 106 x 61 x 42 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.65″) and weighs 319 g (0.70 lb / 11.25 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G9 X and the Canon G7 X MII. Canon G9 X is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Canon G7 X MII.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G9 X and Canon G7 X MII.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G9 X and Canon G7 X MII.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G9 X is significantly lighter (110g ) than the Canon G7 X MII which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot G9 X nor Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G9 X and Canon G7 X MII's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G7 X MII features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon G9 X has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G7 X MII.