Canon G5 X vs Fujifilm X-S10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G5 X vs Fujifilm X-S10, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and the G5 X (1") and Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The G5 X was launched 6 years prior to the Fujifilm X-S10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon G5 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G5 X scores against the Fujifilm X-S10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Fujifilm X-S10. The complete galleries are available at Canon G5 X Gallery and Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G5 X features outside 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-S10 has measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X vs Fujifilm X-S10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G5 X vs the Fujifilm X-S10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and Fujifilm X-S10 is 85 and 73 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X and Fujifilm X-S10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 X because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Fujifilm X-S10 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged G5 X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.