Canon G3 X vs Canon SX20 IS

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G3 X vs Canon SX20 IS, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and SX20 IS (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and SX20 IS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G3 X was brought out 5 years later than the SX20 IS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G3 X matches up against the SX20 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Canon PowerShot SX20 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Canon SX20 IS Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon G3 X offers outside measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Canon SX20 IS has specifications of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the G3 X versus the SX20 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and SX20 IS is 60 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 X and SX20 IS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G3 X due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon G3 X will provide extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger G3 X is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.