Canon R5 vs Canon G3 X

Here is a extended review of the Canon R5 and Canon G3 X, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Canon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and G3 X (20MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and G3 X (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The R5 was unveiled 5 years later than the G3 X and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the R5 grades against the G3 X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R5 & Canon PowerShot G3 X. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R5 Gallery & Canon G3 X Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon R5 provides physical dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Canon G3 X has sizing of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the R5 against the G3 X.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R5 and G3 X is 59 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R5 and G3 X.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R5 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R5 will show more detail having an extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent R5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.