Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
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 R5 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher Resolution (45 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BPowerShot G5 X Mark II has lower Weight (361 g vs 738 g)
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 62 × 46 mm
361 g (0.80 lb / 12.73 oz)
EOS R5 is 27mm wider, 36mm taller, and 42mm thicker than PowerShot G5 X Mark II.
EOS R5 is 377 g heavier than PowerShot G5 X Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 46mm PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 62 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 46 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
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 R5
✓ 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 R5
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Resolution
45 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 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 738 g — lower is better
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 490 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 R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast 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 R5
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 or PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R5 scores 8.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for PowerShot G5 X Mark II — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 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 R5 or the PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. PowerShot G5 X Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and PowerShot G5 X Mark II weighs 361 g, so the PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 377 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot G5 X Mark II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. PowerShot G5 X Mark II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 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 R5 launched at $3,899 and PowerShot G5 X Mark II at $899. The PowerShot G5 X Mark II is $3,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.