Canon G1 X vs Canon G5 X

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon G1 X versus Canon G5 X, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and G5 X (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and G5 X (1") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X was released 4 years earlier than the G5 X which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the G1 X grades against the G5 X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Canon PowerShot G5 X. The complete galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery & Canon G5 X Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Canon G5 X has dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G1 X versus Canon G5 X in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 X versus the G5 X.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and G5 X is 75 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and G5 X.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G5 X will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.