Canon G5 X MII vs Fujifilm XF10

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon G5 X MII and Fujifilm XF10, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) is pretty close but the G5 X MII (1") and Fujifilm XF10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G5 X MII was introduced 12 months later than the Fujifilm XF10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G5 X MII grades vs the Fujifilm XF10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Fujifilm XF10. The whole galleries are available at Canon G5 X MII Gallery and Fujifilm XF10 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G5 X MII comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Fujifilm XF10 has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G5 X MII and Fujifilm XF10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G5 X MII vs the Fujifilm XF10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and Fujifilm XF10 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X MII and Fujifilm XF10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G5 X MII having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm XF10 will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher G5 X MII is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.