Canon G9 X vs Sony RX100 VA

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G9 X and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1").

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The G9 X was released 3 years before the RX100 VA and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G9 X grades vs the RX100 VA with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X and Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G9 X against the RX100 VA.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and RX100 VA is 92 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and RX100 VA.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older G9 X will be behind with regard to sensor tech.