Canon G5 X vs Sony ZV-1 II

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon G5 X vs Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1").

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The G5 X was announced 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 II and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G5 X scores against the ZV-1 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery and Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G5 X offers outer dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 II has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G5 X vs Sony ZV-1 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G5 X compared to the ZV-1 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and ZV-1 II is 85 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and ZV-1 II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older G5 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.