Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 II

The following is a extensive review of the Canon G3 X and Sony RX10 II, both Large Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1").

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The G3 X was revealed within a month of the RX10 II which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G3 X matches up against the RX10 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X comes with outer 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 Sony RX10 II has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Canon G3 X and Sony RX10 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G3 X against the RX10 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and RX10 II is 60 and 58 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and RX10 II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.