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
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
X100VI is 4.6 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Wins
X100VI
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot G5 X Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 425)
- APowerShot G5 X Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- APowerShot G5 X Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- APowerShot G5 X Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 62 × 46 mm
361 g (0.80 lb / 12.73 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 16mm narrower, 13mm shorter, and 9mm thinner than X100VI.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 160 g lighter than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm PowerShot G5 X Mark II · 55mm X100VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 62 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
112 × 46 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 62, 46
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 425 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X100VI supports it
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, PowerShot G5 X Mark II or X100VI?
X100VI scores 7.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for PowerShot G5 X Mark II — 40.2MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and X100VI?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 20.1 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G5 X Mark II or the X100VI?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and X100VI?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II weighs 361 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 160 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and X100VI record 4K video?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II: 4K up to 60p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and X100VI weather sealed?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II: No. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the PowerShot G5 X Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II launched at $899 and X100VI at $1,599. The PowerShot G5 X Mark II is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.