Canon G9 X vs Sony RX1R II

Below is a extended review of the Canon G9 X vs Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the G9 X (1") and RX1R II (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was brought out very close to the RX1R II and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G9 X matches up versus the RX1R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X vs Sony RX1R II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G9 X compared to the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and RX1R II is 92 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and RX1R II.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with greater detail having its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively.