Canon G1 X vs Sony WX350

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon G1 X versus Sony WX350, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and WX350 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was unveiled 22 months earlier than the WX350 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the G1 X grades against the WX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G1 X versus Sony WX350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G1 X compared to the WX350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and WX350 is 75 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X and WX350.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 X having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX350 will result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G1 X will be behind with regard to sensor technology.