Canon G7 X vs Canon SX120 IS

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon G7 X versus Canon SX120 IS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Canon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and SX120 IS (10MP) and the G7 X (1") and SX120 IS (1/2.5") have different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X was announced 5 years later than the SX120 IS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X grades vs the SX120 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Canon PowerShot SX120 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery and Canon SX120 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Canon SX120 IS has proportions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs).

Compare the Canon G7 X versus Canon SX120 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G7 X versus the SX120 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and SX120 IS is 88 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and SX120 IS.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G7 X using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G7 X will render extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer G7 X should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.