Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100 IV

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G9 X II and Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1").

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The G9 X II was revealed 20 months after the RX100 IV which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G9 X II scores vs the RX100 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II offers exterior measurements 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 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X II and Sony RX100 IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X II vs the RX100 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and RX100 IV is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and RX100 IV.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern G9 X II provides an edge in sensor technology.