Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100 III

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1").

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The G9 X II was unveiled 2 years later than the RX100 III and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the G9 X II grades against the RX100 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II against the RX100 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and RX100 III is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and RX100 III.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern G9 X II provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.