Canon G7 X vs Sony WX500

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G7 X vs Sony WX500, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the G7 X (1") and WX500 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X was unveiled 7 months earlier than the WX500 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X scores against the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X has got 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) while the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G7 X compared to the WX500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and WX500 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and WX500.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G7 X will give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G7 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.