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Add to SafariWhen comparing Nikon D3300 vs Canon PowerShot G9 X, the Slant community recommends Nikon D3300 for most people. In the question“What are the best cameras for photography under $500?” Nikon D3300 is ranked 3rd while Canon PowerShot G9 X is ranked 5th. The most important reason people chose Nikon D3300 is:
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Detailed images
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
Pro Light body
The camera weighs just 430 grams.
Pro Long battery life
It's CIPA rated 700 shots per charge.
Pro Good video capabilities
The camera shoots detailed 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second.
Pro Can create panoramas in-camera
Pro Well-suited for serious photographers
Pro External mic jack
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 Non-articulating LCD
Camera's LCD is fixed in place making certain shots (such as ones close to the ground) a bit more difficult to monitor.
Con Can't change aperture in live mode
While shutter speed and exposure can be changed, aperture cannot.
Con Live mode has slow autofocus
Con Poor movie mode implementation
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.
Con Shooting RAW is slow
