Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon G9 X II versus Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1").

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The G9 X II was introduced 4 years after the RX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G9 X II scores against the RX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II and the RX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and RX100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and RX100.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger G9 X II should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.