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Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
86
Imaging
55
Features
76
Overall
63
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Canon G5 X MII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 340g - 111 x 61 x 46mm
  • Announced July 2019
  • Succeeded the Canon G5 X
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Old Model is Sigma DP2s
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Following is a thorough assessment of the Canon G5 X MII and Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and DP2x (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The G5 X MII was released 8 years after the DP2x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G5 X MII scores vs the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon G5 X MII over the Sigma DP2x

 G5 X MII DP2x 
ReleasedJuly 2019February 2011More modern by 103 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Canon G5 X MII

 DP2x G5 X MII 

Common features in the Canon G5 X MII and Sigma DP2x

 G5 X MII DP2x 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G5 X MII enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Canon G5 X MII and Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G5 X MII vs the DP2x.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X MII and DP2x is 86 and 86 respectively.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X MII and DP2x.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 X MII due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon G5 X MII will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer G5 X MII is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography features
66
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
includes face detect focus
exports RAW formats
no external flash support
57
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Street photography advice
Sigma DP2x Street photography advice
84
screen tilts
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is good (1")
exports RAW formats
provides focus via touch
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than average in class (280 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Sports photography features
Sigma DP2x Sports photography features
65
quiet shooting (1/25,600s)
high fps (30.0 frames/s)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is good (1")
includes tracking focus
low battery power (230 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
30
decent sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
low frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon G5 X MII
Travel photography with Sigma DP2x
80
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
megapixel count good (20MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
quite wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
low battery power (230 CIPA)
67
lighter than average in class (280 grams)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
sensor resolution not great (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Landscape photography features
Sigma DP2x Landscape photography features
70
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
low battery power (230 shots)
48
has manual focus
very good max aperture (f)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Vlogging features
Sigma DP2x Vlogging features
80
quite wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does not have microphone support
28
very good max aperture (f)
lighter than average in class (280 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 pixels)
does not have mic port
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G5 X MII and Sigma DP2x
 Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark IISigma DP2x
General Information
Company Canon Sigma
Model Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II Sigma DP2x
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2019-07-09 2011-02-08
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 8 True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5472 x 3648 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/1.8-2.8 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 2.7 1.7
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/25600 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 30.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.50 m 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 320x240
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 340 grams (0.75 pounds) 280 grams (0.62 pounds)
Physical dimensions 111 x 61 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 230 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC/MMC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $900 $699