Canon G5 X MII vs Sony RX1R II

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon G5 X MII and Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and RX1R II (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X MII was revealed 3 years later than the RX1R II and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G5 X MII scores vs the RX1R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X MII Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X MII enjoys external 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 RX1R II has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X MII and Sony RX1R II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G5 X MII compared to the RX1R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G5 X MII and RX1R II is 86 and 78 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and RX1R II.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G5 X MII with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX1R II will result in greater detail because of its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern G5 X MII provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.