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Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F

Portability
82 Imaging
67 Features
74 Overall
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Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III front
 
Sony ZV-1F front
Portability
89 Imaging
57 Features
70 Overall
62

Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs

Canon G1 X III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
  • Introduced October 2017
  • Replaced the Canon G1 X II
Sony ZV-1F
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 20mm (F2) lens
  • 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
  • Announced October 2022
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Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Canon G1 X III versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G1 X III (24MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is fairly close but the G1 X III (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X III was manufactured 6 years earlier than the ZV-1F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the G1 X III scores versus the ZV-1F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Sony ZV-1F

		

		

			
 G1 X III ZV-1F 
Manually focus  Dial accurate focusing
Display resolution1040k922kSharper display (+118k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Canon G1 X III

		

		

			
 ZV-1F G1 X III 
AnnouncedOctober 2022October 2017More modern by 60 months
Selfie screen  Easy selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Sony ZV-1F

		

		

			
 G1 X III ZV-1F 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display dimensions
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X III enjoys external 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 ZV-1F has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") having a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).
Look at the Canon G1 X III versus Sony ZV-1F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X III vs the ZV-1F.
Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X III and ZV-1F is 82 and 89 respectively.
Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X III and ZV-1F.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 X III because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G1 X III will render greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G1 X III will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
	
			Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon G1 X III
Portrait photography with Sony ZV-1F
80
 has manual focus
 resolution is good (24 megapixels)
 decent sensor size (APS-C)
 has face detect focusing
 saves RAW files
58
 good MP (20MP)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 provides face detect focusing
 no manual focus
 does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison
Canon G1 X III Street photography highlights
Sony ZV-1F Street photography highlights
85
 screen can move to multiple angles
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor size (APS-C)
 saves RAW files
 features touch to focus
 environment sealing
 great ISO range (25,600)
74
 screen can move to multiple angles
 sensor size is decent (1")
 boasts touch focus
 lighter than average in class (256g)
 no image stabilization
 does not have RAW support
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Canon G1 X III
Sports photography with Sony ZV-1F
76
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 resolution is good (24MP)
 decent sensor size (APS-C)
 has tracking focus
 environment sealing
 supports phase detect AF
 low battery (200 CIPA)
61
 quiet mode (1/32,000s)
 high max frames per second (16.0 frames/s)
 good MP (20MP)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 provides tracking focus
 good battery power (360 CIPA)
 can't change focal length (20mm)
 no image stabilization
 does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Canon G1 X III Travel photography information
Sony ZV-1F Travel photography information
72
 environment sealing
 has bluetooth
 features touch to focus
 resolution is good (24MP)
 has built in flash
 quite wide (24mm)
 low battery (200 shots)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 slow max aperture (f2.8)
87
 good battery power (360 shots)
 lighter than average in class (256 grams)
 connects via bluetooth
 boasts touch focus
 good MP (20 megapixels)
 selfie friendly screen
 great max aperture (f2)
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Landscape Comparison
 Canon G1 X III as a Landscape photography camera
 Sony ZV-1F as a Landscape photography camera
72
 has manual focus
 quite wide (24mm)
 screen is a good size (3 inch)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 resolution is good (24 megapixels)
 decent sensor size (APS-C)
 great ISO range (25,600)
 saves RAW files
 environment sealing
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 slow max aperture (f2.8)
 low battery (200 CIPA)
56
 great max aperture (f2)
 screen size is good (3.00")
 good MP (20 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 good battery power (360 shots)
 no manual focus
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 can't change focal length (20mm)
 no image stabilization
 does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Canon G1 X III
Vlogging with Sony ZV-1F
35
 quite wide (24mm)
 touch screen
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 has face detect focusing
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 slow max aperture (f2.8)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 missing microphone support
82
 great max aperture (f2)
 selfie friendly screen
 built-in touchscreen
 provides face detect focusing
 high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
 includes microphone support
 lighter than average in class (256 grams)
 no image stabilization
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Canon G1 X III vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G1 X III and Sony ZV-1F
 Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IIISony ZV-1F
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Sony ZV-1F
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2017-10-25 2022-10-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 25600 12800
Maximum boosted ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format    
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Number of focus points 49 425
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-72mm (3.0x) 20mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 1.6 2.7
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3" 3.00"
Display resolution 1,040k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch functionality    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Highest quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 9.0 frames/s 16.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 399g (0.88 lb) 256g (0.56 lb)
Dimensions 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 pictures 360 pictures
Form of battery Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse recording    
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $1,299 $499