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Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x

Portability
86
Imaging
55
Features
76
Overall
63
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II front
 
Epson R-D1x front
Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Key Specs

Canon G5 X MII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 340g - 111 x 61 x 46mm
  • Revealed July 2019
  • Superseded the Canon G5 X
Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Older Model is Epson R-D1
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Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon G5 X MII and Epson R-D1x, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Epson. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and R-D1x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X MII was introduced 10 years later than the R-D1x and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G5 X MII being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G5 X MII grades vs the R-D1x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G5 X MII over the Epson R-D1x

 G5 X MII R-D1x 
ReleasedJuly 2019February 2009Fresher by 127 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1040k235kClearer screen (+805k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Canon G5 X MII

 R-D1x G5 X MII 

Common features in the Canon G5 X MII and Epson R-D1x

 G5 X MII R-D1x 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X MII features outside dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Epson R-D1x has sizing of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check out the Canon G5 X MII and Epson R-D1x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the G5 X MII vs the R-D1x.

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and R-D1x is 86 and 75 respectively.

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x top view buttons comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X MII and R-D1x.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G5 X MII using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon G5 X MII will resolve more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher G5 X MII will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x sensor size comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Portrait photography features
Epson R-D1x Portrait photography features
66
has manual focus
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
includes face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
cannot use external flash
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Street photography factors
Epson R-D1x Street photography factors
84
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is nice (1")
delivers RAW formats
includes focus by touch
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than others (620 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Sports photography info
Epson R-D1x Sports photography info
65
quiet mode (1/25,600s)
max fps high (30.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
includes tracking autofocus
not so great battery life (230 shots)
no phase detect AF
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Travel photography info
Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
80
connects via bluetooth
includes focus by touch
good MP (20MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
fairly wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
not so great battery life (230 per charge)
39
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than others (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Landscape photography factors
Epson R-D1x Landscape photography factors
70
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
not so great battery life (230 per charge)
45
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is small (2.5 inches)
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Vlogging info
Epson R-D1x Vlogging info
80
fairly wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
no external mic jack
9
can't shoot video
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Canon G5 X MII vs Epson R-D1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G5 X MII and Epson R-D1x
 Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark IIEpson R-D1x
General Information
Brand Canon Epson
Model type Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II Epson R-D1x
Type Large Sensor Compact Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2019-07-09 2009-02-27
Body design Large Sensor Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 23.7 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 369.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 5472 x 3648 3008 x 2000
Max native ISO 12800 1600
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 125 200
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Leica M
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/1.8-2.8 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Total lenses - 59
Crop factor 2.7 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.5"
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dot 235 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/25600 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 30.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.50 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 340 grams (0.75 lbs) 620 grams (1.37 lbs)
Dimensions 111 x 61 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 230 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) No
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $900 $1,709