Canon G7 X vs Sony A300

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon G7 X vs Sony A300, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and A300 (10MP) and the G7 X (1") and A300 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The G7 X was launched 6 years later than the A300 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G7 X scores vs the A300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony A300 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G7 X and the A300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and A300 is 88 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and A300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G7 X because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Canon G7 X will give extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher G7 X should have an edge in sensor innovation.