When comparing Fujifilm X30 vs Canon PowerShot G9 X, the Slant community recommends Canon PowerShot G9 X for most people. In the question“What are the best point and shoot cameras under $500?” Canon PowerShot G9 X is ranked 4th while Fujifilm X30 is ranked 5th. The most important reason people chose Canon PowerShot G9 X is:
All you need to do is tap on the place you wish to focus on.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Great lens for low-light
Pro Great battery
Pro Touchscreen makes adjusting focus easy
All you need to do is tap on the place you wish to focus on.
Pro Portable
The camera's dimensions are just 2.28 x 1.21 x 3.86 inches.
Pro Good low-light performance
PowerShot G9 X has a sensor (1-inch) that's larger than most competition in this price range and that means less noise in low light.
Pro Quick focus in good light
Cons
Con Loose lens cover
It depends on what you prefer, if you use the camera in a sandy environment this is probably better, for normal use a built-in cover is preferable.
Con Slightly too big to carry around in any pants pocket
Con No viewfinder
It can be difficult to use the LCD panel at the back of the camera in bright environments, but the lack of a viewfinder leaves no alternative.
Con Battery could be better
The camera promises 220 shots on a charge.