Canon G9 X II vs Sony RX1R

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon G9 X II versus Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively similar but the G9 X II (1") and RX1R (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was launched 3 years after the RX1R which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X II grades against the RX1R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II compared to the RX1R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and RX1R is 92 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and RX1R.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.