Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX100 V

Let's look more in depth at the Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and RX100 V (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The G1 X II was introduced 3 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G1 X II scores versus the RX100 V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X II enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G1 X II versus the RX100 V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and RX100 V is 76 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and RX100 V.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX100 V will show greater detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older G1 X II will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.