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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II

Portability
88
Imaging
55
Features
80
Overall
65
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II front
Portability
89
Imaging
51
Features
74
Overall
60

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs

Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 304g - 105 x 61 x 41mm
  • Released July 2019
  • Old Model is Canon G7 X MII
Sony RX100 II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
  • Introduced June 2013
  • Older Model is Sony RX100
  • Replacement is Sony RX100 III
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon G7 X MIII versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1").

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The G7 X MIII was released 6 years later than the RX100 II and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X MIII scores against the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MIII over the Sony RX100 II

 G7 X MIII RX100 II 
IntroducedJuly 2019June 2013Fresher by 74 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Canon G7 X MIII

 RX100 II G7 X MIII 
Screen resolution1229k1040kClearer screen (+189k dot)

Common features in the Canon G7 X MIII and Sony RX100 II

 G7 X MIII RX100 II 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MIII features external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X MIII versus Sony RX100 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MIII compared to the RX100 II.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and RX100 II is 88 and 89 respectively.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II top view buttons comparison

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X MIII and RX100 II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer G7 X MIII will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II sensor size comparison

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon G7 X MIII
Portrait photography with Sony RX100 II
66
manual focus
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
features face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
cannot use external flash
70
manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/2,000 seconds)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
has face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon G7 X MIII as a Street photography camera
Sony RX100 II as a Street photography camera
85
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
supports focus via touch
lighter than competition (304 grams)
85
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than competition (281g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon G7 X MIII
Sports photography with Sony RX100 II
65
quiet shutter (1/25,600s)
fast shooting (30.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
features tracking focus
bad battery life (235 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
67
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (1")
has tracking focus
good battery pack (350 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon G7 X MIII Travel photography info
Sony RX100 II Travel photography info
81
lighter than competition (304 grams)
connects via bluetooth
supports focus via touch
good MP (20MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
quite wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
bad battery life (235 per charge)
80
good battery pack (350 per charge)
lighter than competition (281 grams)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G7 X MIII Landscape photography information
Sony RX100 II Landscape photography information
70
manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
bad battery life (235 CIPA)
74
manual focus
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports RAW files
good battery pack (350 shots)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G7 X MIII Vlogging highlights
Sony RX100 II Vlogging highlights
86
quite wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly display
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone port
lighter than competition (304 grams)
37
really wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (281 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G7 X MIII and Sony RX100 II
 Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark IIISony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II
General Information
Company Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2019-07-09 2013-06-27
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Minimum native ISO 125 160
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-100mm (4.2x) 28-100mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 2.7 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,229 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/25600 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W))
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 304g (0.67 pounds) 281g (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 105 x 61 x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 67
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 483
Other
Battery life 235 photos 350 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $749 $598