Canon G5 X vs Fujifilm X-E2

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon G5 X vs Fujifilm X-E2, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The G5 X was launched 19 months later than the Fujifilm X-E2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon G5 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G5 X grades against the Fujifilm X-E2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Fujifilm X-E2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery & Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X offers physical measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-E2 has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 X compared to the Fujifilm X-E2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and Fujifilm X-E2 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X and Fujifilm X-E2.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G5 X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G5 X will give you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer G5 X provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.