Canon G5 X vs Sigma DP1x

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon G5 X versus Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the G5 X (1") and DP1x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X was revealed 5 years after the DP1x which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G5 X matches up against the DP1x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X has outside 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 Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G5 X against the DP1x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and DP1x is 85 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X and DP1x.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G5 X using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon G5 X will result in greater detail because of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer G5 X is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.