Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 105 x 61 x 41mm
- Revealed July 2019
- Replaced the Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced October 2016
- Replaced the Sony RX100 IV
- Later Model is Sony RX100 VI

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1").

The G7 X MIII was manufactured 2 years later than the RX100 V and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G7 X MIII scores against the RX100 V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MIII over the Sony RX100 V
G7 X MIII | RX100 V | |||
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Announced | July 2019 | ![]() | October 2016 | Fresher by 34 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Canon G7 X MIII
RX100 V | G7 X MIII | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MIII and Sony RX100 V
G7 X MIII | RX100 V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X MIII enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G7 X MIII compared to the RX100 V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and RX100 V is 88 and 89 respectively.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MIII and RX100 V.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer G7 X MIII is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2019-07-09 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/25600 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 304 grams (0.67 lb) | 299 grams (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 220 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $749 | $998 |