Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100 II

Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon G9 X II versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1").

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The G9 X II was manufactured 3 years later than the RX100 II and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G9 X II grades versus the RX100 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II features external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G9 X II versus Sony RX100 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II against the RX100 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and RX100 II is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and RX100 II.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent G9 X II provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.