Canon G5 X vs Panasonic LX100 II

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G5 X vs Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is very comparable but the G5 X (1") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The G5 X was introduced 3 years earlier than the LX100 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G5 X matches up against the LX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X offers outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 II has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check the Canon G5 X vs Panasonic LX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G5 X against the LX100 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and LX100 II is 85 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and LX100 II.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G5 X with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon G5 X will show greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older G5 X will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.