Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA
88 Imaging
54 Features
80 Overall
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89 Imaging
54 Features
77 Overall
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 105 x 61 x 41mm
- Introduced July 2019
- Succeeded the Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched July 2018

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Canon G7 X MIII versus Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1").

The G7 X MIII was unveiled 13 months after the RX100 VA making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G7 X MIII matches up vs the RX100 VA in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The full galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MIII over the Sony RX100 VA
G7 X MIII | RX100 VA | |||
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Launched | July 2019 | ![]() | July 2018 | More modern by 13 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Canon G7 X MIII
RX100 VA | G7 X MIII | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MIII and Sony RX100 VA
G7 X MIII | RX100 VA | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MIII comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Canon G7 X MIII versus Sony RX100 VA in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the G7 X MIII and the RX100 VA.
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Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and RX100 VA is 88 and 89 respectively.
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MIII and RX100 VA.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent G7 X MIII should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2019-07-09 | 2018-07-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | 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 | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/25600s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per second | 24.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304 gr (0.67 pounds) | 299 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Physical 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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $749 | $998 |