Canon G5 X vs Panasonic LX100

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G5 X versus Panasonic LX100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and LX100 (13MP) and the G5 X (1") and LX100 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G5 X was manufactured 13 months later than the LX100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G5 X grades versus the LX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G5 X against the LX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and LX100 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and LX100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G5 X featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon G5 X will resolve extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer G5 X is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.