Canon G5 X vs Canon G7 X

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon G5 X vs Canon G7 X, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the G7 X (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1").

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The G5 X was brought out 13 months after the G7 X which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G5 X scores versus the G7 X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Canon PowerShot G7 X. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery and Canon G7 X Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Canon G7 X has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Canon G5 X vs Canon G7 X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G5 X vs the G7 X.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and G7 X is 85 and 88 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and G7 X.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger G5 X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.