Canon G1 X III vs Sony RX100 VA

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon G1 X III and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G1 X III (24MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is relatively close but the G1 X III (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The G1 X III was introduced 8 months before the RX100 VA so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G1 X III scores versus the RX100 VA in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are provided at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X III offers outside measurements of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G1 X III and Sony RX100 VA in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X III against the RX100 VA.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X III and RX100 VA is 82 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X III and RX100 VA.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G1 X III having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G1 X III will result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older G1 X III will be behind in sensor innovation.