Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX1R II

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and RX1R II (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X II was brought out 20 months before the RX1R II which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G1 X II grades versus the RX1R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are available at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X II comes with outer measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Canon G1 X II vs Sony RX1R II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G1 X II and the RX1R II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X II and RX1R II is 76 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and RX1R II.

All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will provide extra detail having its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older G1 X II will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.