Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony RX100 III and Canon G9 X II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX100 III has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61″) and weighs 290 g (0.64 lb / 10.23 oz) (including batteries). Canon G9 X II has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 31 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.22″) and weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony RX100 III and the Canon G9 X II. Sony RX100 III has the same height with Canon G9 X II. On the other hand, with a width of 102mm, it is 4 wider and also with a thickness of 41mm, it is 10mm thicker than Canon G9 X II.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony RX100 III and Canon G9 X II.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX100 III and Canon G9 X II.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G9 X II is significantly lighter (84g ) than the Sony RX100 III which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III nor Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony RX100 III and Canon G9 X II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony RX100 III features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon G9 X II has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to RX100 III.