Canon G5 X MII vs Sony ZV-1

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon G5 X MII vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1").

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The G5 X MII was launched 10 months prior to the ZV-1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G5 X MII grades versus the ZV-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X MII Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X MII provides external measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G5 X MII against the ZV-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X MII and ZV-1 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X MII and ZV-1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged G5 X MII will be behind in sensor technology.