Canon G1 X vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon G1 X versus Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and RX100 VA (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was brought out 7 years prior to the RX100 VA and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G1 X grades vs the RX100 VA in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X features exterior dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon G1 X versus Sony RX100 VA in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G1 X compared to the RX100 VA.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and RX100 VA is 75 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X and RX100 VA.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G1 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 VA will deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older G1 X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.