Canon G7 X vs Sony W710

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon G7 X versus Sony W710, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and W710 (16MP) and the G7 X (1") and W710 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 X was brought out 21 months later than the W710 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G7 X grades against the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X has outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G7 X versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the W710.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and W710 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and W710.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G7 X due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G7 X will resolve more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G7 X will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.