Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III
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Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Released June 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1051g - 133 x 94 x 127mm
- Revealed March 2016
- Replaced the Sony RX10 II
- Newer Model is Sony RX10 IV
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III, both Large Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe G3 X was announced 9 months earlier than the RX10 III and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the G3 X scores versus the RX10 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Sony RX10 III
G3 X | RX10 III | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1229k | Sharper screen (+391k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 III over the Canon G3 X
RX10 III | G3 X | |||
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Revealed | March 2016 | June 2015 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Canon G3 X and Sony RX10 III
G3 X | RX10 III | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X has physical measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).
See the Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 X versus the RX10 III.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and RX10 III is 60 and 53 respectively.
Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 X and RX10 III.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged G3 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon G3 X vs Sony RX10 III Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III |
Type | Large Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-06-18 | 2016-03-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 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 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733 gr (1.62 pounds) | 1051 gr (2.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 133 x 94 x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | 472 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 420 pictures |
Type of battery | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $849 | $1,398 |