Canon G5 X MII vs Panasonic LX100 II

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon G5 X MII versus Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is pretty close but the G5 X MII (1") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X MII was revealed 11 months after the LX100 II so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G5 X MII grades vs the LX100 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X MII enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 II has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G5 X MII against the LX100 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and LX100 II is 86 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and LX100 II.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 X MII using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon G5 X MII will result in greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher G5 X MII provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.