Canon G5 X vs Sony RX100 V

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G5 X versus Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1").

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The G5 X was brought out 13 months before the RX100 V making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G5 X grades vs the RX100 V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G5 X has exterior dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check out the Canon G5 X versus Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G5 X and the RX100 V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and RX100 V is 85 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and RX100 V.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged G5 X will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.