Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10
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Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Revealed June 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8) lens
- 813g - 129 x 88 x 102mm
- Launched March 2014
- Replacement is Sony RX10 II
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon G3 X versus Sony RX10, both Large Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G3 X was manufactured 16 months later than the RX10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G3 X matches up against the RX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Sony RX10
G3 X | RX10 | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | March 2014 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 1290k | Sharper display (+330k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 over the Canon G3 X
RX10 | G3 X |
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Common features in the Canon G3 X and Sony RX10
G3 X | RX10 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display |
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).
Compare the Canon G3 X versus Sony RX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G3 X vs the RX10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and RX10 is 60 and 58 respectively.
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and RX10.
All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger G3 X will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 |
Category | Large Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-06-18 | 2014-03-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 1,290 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | WhiteMagic |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 10.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733g (1.62 pounds) | 813g (1.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 129 x 88 x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | 69 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | 474 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 420 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $849 | $698 |