Canon G3 X vs Canon SX50 HS

The following is a in depth overview of the Canon G3 X and Canon SX50 HS, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and SX50 HS (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and SX50 HS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was introduced 2 years after the SX50 HS which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G3 X grades vs the SX50 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Canon PowerShot SX50 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Canon SX50 HS Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X has got physical dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Canon SX50 HS has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon G3 X and Canon SX50 HS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 X compared to the SX50 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and SX50 HS is 60 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and SX50 HS.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon G3 X will give you more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer G3 X will have a benefit in sensor technology.