Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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
- Launched July 2019
- Replaced the Canon G5 X
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Superseded the Sony RX100 III
- Successor is Sony RX100 V
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1").
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The G5 X MII was announced 4 years after the RX100 IV which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G5 X MII matches up versus the RX100 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G5 X MII over the Sony RX100 IV
G5 X MII | RX100 IV | |||
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Introduced | July 2019 | ![]() | June 2015 | Newer by 50 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Canon G5 X MII
RX100 IV | G5 X MII | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G5 X MII and Sony RX100 IV
G5 X MII | RX100 IV | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X MII features outer dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G5 X MII and the RX100 IV.
![Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV size comparison Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G5-X-Mark-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-IV-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G5 X MII and RX100 IV is 86 and 89 respectively.
![Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV top view buttons comparison Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G5-X-Mark-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-IV-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and RX100 IV.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer G5 X MII should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV sensor size comparison Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G5-X-Mark-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-IV-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G5-X-Mark-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-IV-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-07-09 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | 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 range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/25600 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0fps | 16.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 lb) | 298 gr (0.66 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 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 280 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $900 | $898 |