Canon G7 X vs Sony RX100 VA

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon G7 X and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1").

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The G7 X was launched 4 years earlier than the RX100 VA and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G7 X scores vs the RX100 VA in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G7 X features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Canon G7 X and Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the G7 X compared to the RX100 VA.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and RX100 VA is 88 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X and RX100 VA.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older G7 X will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.