Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX100 VII

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon G5 X MII versus Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1").

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The G5 X MII was unveiled around the same time to the RX100 VII and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G5 X MII matches up against the RX100 VII with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The full galleries are available at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G5 X MII offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G5 X MII and the RX100 VII.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and RX100 VII is 86 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and RX100 VII.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you really should take the age of the cameras into account.