Sony G3 vs Sony RX1R II

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony G3 versus Sony RX1R II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the G3 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G3 was unveiled 7 years prior to the RX1R II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the G3 scores versus the RX1R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are available at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony G3 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Sony G3 versus Sony RX1R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G3 vs the RX1R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and RX1R II is 94 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and RX1R II.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will result in more detail having an extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older G3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.