Canon G1 X III vs Sony RX100 VI

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon G1 X III versus Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G1 X III (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is fairly well matched but the G1 X III (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G1 X III was unveiled 7 months earlier than the RX100 VI and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G1 X III scores versus the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon G1 X III comes with exterior measurements of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G1 X III and the RX100 VI.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X III and RX100 VI is 82 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X III and RX100 VI.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X III using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G1 X III will give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged G1 X III is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.