Canon G3 X vs Sony WX70

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon G3 X vs Sony WX70, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and WX70 (16MP) and the G3 X (1") and WX70 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was announced 3 years later than the WX70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G3 X matches up versus the WX70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X offers outside measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G3 X vs Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G3 X against the WX70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and WX70 is 60 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and WX70.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 X using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G3 X will show more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent G3 X will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.