Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000
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Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Replacement is Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Older Model is Sony NEX-3N
- Successor is Sony a5100

Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon G7 X versus Sony a5000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the G7 X (1") and a5000 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

The G7 X was introduced 9 months later than the a5000 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the G7 X matches up vs the a5000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Sony Alpha a5000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Sony a5000
G7 X | a5000 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+579k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Canon G7 X
a5000 | G7 X |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X and Sony a5000
G7 X | a5000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G7 X has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G7 X versus Sony a5000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the a5000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and a5000 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and a5000.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The G7 X has got the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF trickier. The more modern G7 X should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G7 X vs Sony a5000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Sony Alpha a5000 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-09-15 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 40 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.5fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304 gr (0.67 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 556 | 1089 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | 420 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $490 | $448 |