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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III

Portability
86
Imaging
55
Features
76
Overall
63
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III front
Portability
89
Imaging
52
Features
77
Overall
62

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Key Specs

Canon G5 X MII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump 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
  • Old Model is Canon G5 X
Sony RX100 III
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
  • Announced May 2014
  • Succeeded the Sony RX100 II
  • Successor is Sony RX100 IV
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Canon G5 X MII versus Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1").

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The G5 X MII was announced 5 years after the RX100 III which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G5 X MII scores versus the RX100 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G5 X MII over the Sony RX100 III

 G5 X MII RX100 III 
AnnouncedJuly 2019May 2014Newer by 63 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Canon G5 X MII

 RX100 III G5 X MII 
Display resolution1229k1040kCrisper display (+189k dot)

Common features in the Canon G5 X MII and Sony RX100 III

 G5 X MII RX100 III 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X MII enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X MII versus Sony RX100 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G5 X MII vs the RX100 III.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G5 X MII and RX100 III is 86 and 89 respectively.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III top view buttons comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and RX100 III.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent G5 X MII should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III sensor size comparison

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Portrait photography info
Sony RX100 III Portrait photography info
66
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
has face detection focusing
saves RAW files
no external flash support
65
focusing manually
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
MP count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon G5 X MII
Street photography with Sony RX100 III
84
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
supports focus via touch
85
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than others in class (290g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Sports photography factors
Sony RX100 III Sports photography factors
65
silent shooting (1/25,600 seconds)
high frames per second (30.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
has tracking autofocus
bad battery (230 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
66
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
supports tracking autofocus
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Travel photography info
Sony RX100 III Travel photography info
80
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
megapixel count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
bad battery (230 shots)
86
lighter than others in class (290 grams)
MP count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
really wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Landscape photography info
Sony RX100 III Landscape photography info
70
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
bad battery (230 CIPA)
74
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G5 X MII Vlogging highlights
Sony RX100 III Vlogging highlights
80
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
lack of external mic port
81
really wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (290 grams)
missing external microphone jack
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G5 X MII and Sony RX100 III
 Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark IISony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
General Information
Company Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2019-07-09 2014-05-15
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 8 Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 125 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 24-70mm (2.9x)
Max aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/1.8-2.8
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 2.7 2.7
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 1,229 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot 1,440 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.59x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/25600 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 30.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.50 m -
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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 340g (0.75 lb) 290g (0.64 lb)
Physical dimensions 111 x 61 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 67
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.3
DXO Low light score not tested 495
Other
Battery life 230 photos 320 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous)
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $900 $748