Canon G1 X vs Sony RX100 VII

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon G1 X and Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and RX100 VII (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was brought out 8 years prior to the RX100 VII which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G1 X matches up against the RX100 VII when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Canon G1 X and Sony RX100 VII in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 X and the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and RX100 VII is 75 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and RX100 VII.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony RX100 VII will give you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.