Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX100 VI

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon G1 X II versus Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and RX100 VI (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X II was brought out 5 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G1 X II matches up against the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are available at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X II features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X II vs the RX100 VI.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X II and RX100 VI is 76 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and RX100 VI.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony RX100 VI will offer you extra detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged G1 X II is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.