Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX100 VI

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon G9 X II and Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1").

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The G9 X II was manufactured 17 months prior to the RX100 VI making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X II scores versus the RX100 VI in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II provides 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 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G9 X II and Sony RX100 VI in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II vs the RX100 VI.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and RX100 VI is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and RX100 VI.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older G9 X II will be behind in sensor tech.