The Canon PowerShot G9 X packs a bright f/2.0–4.9 28–84 mm (35 mm film equivalent) 3x-optical zoom lens into a compact, lightweight body design measuring 98.0 mm (w) x 57.9 mm (h) x 30.8 mm (d) and weighing only approximately 209 g. Furthermore, its large 1.0-inch 20.2-million-effective-pixel backlit CMOS sensor makes possible exceptional imaging results even in low-light conditions.

Featuring a refined design befitting its premium compact camera status, the G9 X is equipped with a large 3.0-inch touch-panel LCD monitor optimized for its slim body dimensions and a lens-barrel control ring to facilitate effortless and intuitive operability. Offering the same touch-panel operations as smartphones, the camera’s LCD monitor enables users to easily drag and drop icons to customize the order they appear on the menu screen and toggle between menu screens with a simple swipe of a finger. Furthermore, the G9 X includes a Manual Movie mode and an Auto Level Compensation function, making possible stunning video results.