Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX1R

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively close but the G7 X MII (1") and RX1R (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The G7 X MII was manufactured 2 years after the RX1R which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G7 X MII grades versus the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MII has got outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G7 X MII versus the RX1R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MII and RX1R is 88 and 79 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X MII and RX1R.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G7 X MII due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R will result in greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer G7 X MII will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.