Canon G9 X vs Sony RX100 VI

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon G9 X and Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1").

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The G9 X was introduced 3 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G9 X grades versus the RX100 VI in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X and Sony RX100 VI in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 X compared to the RX100 VI.

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

Often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and RX100 VI.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged G9 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.