Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1
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Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1.5" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 534g - 117 x 81 x 65mm
- Released March 2012
- Replacement is Canon G1 X II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Launched May 2020
- Refreshed by Sony ZV-1 II

Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and ZV-1 (1") possess different sensor measurements.

The G1 X was unveiled 9 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G1 X grades vs the ZV-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X over the Sony ZV-1
G1 X | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Canon G1 X
ZV-1 | G1 X | |||
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Launched | May 2020 | ![]() | March 2012 | More modern by 99 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+2k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon G1 X and Sony ZV-1
G1 X | ZV-1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X features outside 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) and the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G1 X vs the ZV-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and ZV-1 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and ZV-1.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 X with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony ZV-1 will offer greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G1 X vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G1 X | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-03-29 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1.5" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 18.7 x 14mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 261.8mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 20cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (via hot shoe EX series Speedlites, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 534g (1.18 lb) | 294g (0.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 81 x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 60 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 644 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $649 | $750 |