Canon G1 X vs Sony HX50V

Here, we are contrasting the Canon G1 X vs Sony HX50V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and HX50V (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The G1 X was announced 13 months prior to the HX50V making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G1 X scores against the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X features exterior measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G1 X vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 X compared to the HX50V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and HX50V is 75 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and HX50V.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G1 X using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX50V will offer greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older G1 X is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.