Canon G3 X vs Canon SX10 IS

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon G3 X vs Canon SX10 IS, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and SX10 IS (10MP) and the G3 X (1") and SX10 IS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G3 X was introduced 6 years after the SX10 IS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G3 X matches up against the SX10 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Canon PowerShot SX10 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Canon SX10 IS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X has got external dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") and a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Canon SX10 IS has measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G3 X against the SX10 IS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and SX10 IS is 60 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and SX10 IS.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G3 X with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon G3 X will render extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger G3 X will have a benefit in sensor innovation.