Canon
EOS R3
Pro 24MP full-frame stacked-sensor body built for sports, news, wildlife, and high-speed hybrid capture.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
Canon
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
1-inch premium compact with pop-up EVF, 24–120mm f/1.8–2.8 zoom, and 4K for travel.
$899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
EOS R3 is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R3
Wins
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BPowerShot G5 X Mark II has lower Weight (361 g vs 1015 g)
- AEOS R3 has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
- AEOS R3 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R3
150 × 143 × 87 mm
1015 g (2.24 lb / 35.80 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 62 × 46 mm
361 g (0.80 lb / 12.73 oz)
EOS R3 is 38mm wider, 81mm taller, and 41mm thicker than PowerShot G5 X Mark II.
EOS R3 is 654 g heavier than PowerShot G5 X Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm EOS R3 · 46mm PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R3
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
PowerShot G5 X Mark II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 142.6, 87.2
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 62, 46
Weight
361 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 620 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R3
Pros
- ✓30fps electronic burst from a stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Exceptional low-light AF down to -7.5 EV
- ✓Integrated pro body with large LP-E19 battery
- ✓6K RAW video and 4K 120p
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed construction
Cons
- –24MP resolution trails higher-detail rivals
- –Large integrated-grip body
- –Expensive compared with enthusiast full-frame bodies
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Pros
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓24–120mm f/1.8–2.8
- ✓4K video
- ✓Compact premium
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Superseded by G7 X IV
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R3 or PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R3 scores 7.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for PowerShot G5 X Mark II — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R3 is 24.1 MP and PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PowerShot G5 X Mark II has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R3 or the PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic. PowerShot G5 X Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R3 weighs 1015 g and PowerShot G5 X Mark II weighs 361 g, so the PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 654 g lighter.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II record 4K video?
EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot G5 X Mark II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R3 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II weather sealed?
EOS R3: Yes. PowerShot G5 X Mark II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 620 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R3 and 640 shots for the PowerShot G5 X Mark II, giving the PowerShot G5 X Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R3 launched at $5,999 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II at $899. The PowerShot G5 X Mark II is $5,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.