Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.