Canon G5 X vs Sigma DP2x

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon G5 X versus Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the G5 X (1") and DP2x (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The G5 X was manufactured 4 years after the DP2x which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G5 X grades vs the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are available at Canon G5 X Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X has got outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G5 X versus Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G5 X versus the DP2x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and DP2x is 85 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and DP2x.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G5 X due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G5 X will offer greater detail due to its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern G5 X provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.