Canon G3 X vs Olympus 1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon G3 X and Olympus 1, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and 1 (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and 1 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was launched 19 months after the 1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G3 X scores against the 1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Olympus Stylus 1. The complete galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X features external measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1 has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G3 X and Olympus 1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G3 X compared to the 1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and 1 is 60 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 X and 1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon G3 X will render extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger G3 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.