Canon G1 X vs Panasonic S5

Here, we are comparing the Canon G1 X and Panasonic S5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and S5 (24MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and S5 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X was released 9 years prior to the S5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G1 X grades versus the S5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon G1 X comes with external measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has specifications of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G1 X and Panasonic S5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G1 X against the S5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and S5 is 75 and 60 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and S5.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G1 X featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic S5 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older G1 X will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.