Canon G1 X vs Panasonic F5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon G1 X and Panasonic F5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty similar but the G1 X (1.5") and F5 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was brought out 9 months prior to the F5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G1 X grades vs the F5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G1 X and Panasonic F5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G1 X versus the F5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and F5 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and F5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The G1 X includes the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The older G1 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.