Canon G5X Mark II (100% crop, left) vs Google Pixel 3 (100% crop, right) One area where smartphones do have the edge over one-inch compacts is special point-and-shoot modes like the Pixel 3’s Night Mode. But the lens difference and the AF difference make the cameras quite different beasts. Announced in July 2019, it replaces the three … Many reviewers do it for years. Ideal for smooth, slow-motion playback videos, Full HD movies can also be recorded at a high-frame rate of approx. Sony's new Visual Story app for iOS promises event and wedding photographers a variety of useful tools, designed to simplify their workflow and enhance their business. Perhaps true if you only look at specs. "If you could not get a sharp result 1/60 at 200mm, you either have poor technique or a bad camera. Thx. I do care about low light performance, an actual usable interface and touchscreen, attractive color rendition and comfortable ergonomics. I guess from your studio scene I'm not seeing the poor noise reduction though, maybe I'm doing it wrong:-) If I select JPEG and ISO3200 then move the box around the image the noise and detail retention looks very good and comparable with the Sony, etc. Gone from the old camera is the centrally mounted viewfinder and fully articulating screen, but the new camera is more svelte and pocketable as a result. (20cm) – infinity (T), Electronic Viewfinder (Approx. What is 'a good hiding'. I own bunch of Fuji's. Makes me want to try it on my Sony RX10! Manually focusing completely kills the candid moment. I doubt if they would disable the on/off button or standby mode just because the EVF is up.I agree that it is a pity that canon did not stick to the old design but probably they had to go with the tide here.I have just bought the old Mk I as the pleasant handling outweighs the micro image analysis and speed for my particular needs and I rarely use RAW. We've added the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III to our studio test scene comparison tool, so it's now possible to compare image quality between four of the top 1"-type sensor compact cameras. In creating the G5 X Mark II, Canon has clearly taken more design inspiration from the G7 X lineup than the original G5 X. For hiking, travel, sailing and family, the RX100 VI or VII are the top of the game. Aiming to save photographers carrying a cable and a charger for every battery they use, this device handles up to four batteries at the same time and can charge at home, in the car and via a USB power bank. -> this opinion seems to confirm it's not very good for family photography. Great little camera with great image quality. Viewfinder gone. If you have downloaded a PDF manual and require Adobe Reader, please download the latest version. I probably will be affected less as fast tracking won't be a significant need for me. Phone cameras haven't made this extinct yet? It's no problem to add a grip to the Sony.The best thing about the Canon is the faster lens, but you give up 80mm of reach. It is also one more thing that can fail. We assume that if you're stepping up to one of these from your smartphone, you actually care about images at the pixel level, or in other words magnified (a proxy for a larger print). Impulses - thanks for the suggestion, and I completely agree that sort of content would be valuable. Bringing up smartphones as some sort of reasoning to drop the advantages of the EVF is redonkulous. The similar vanes on my G7X bind and don't open and close properly because they are metal and are now slightly bent. Tamron has announced its 17-70mm F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD lens for Sony APS-C bodies. This doesn't really break any new ground, but I do like the fact you get a pretty fast ( f1.8-2.8) lens with a 5x zoom. LOL! And the RX100 M7 version adds even better AF! Well, I'm guessing we took a look at the studio scene tool from DPR. Video on the Sony is also superior. You're paying for the miniaturization. For low light, the LX10 with its f1.4 lens is still champ among 1" cameras. I've handled this camera (and my RX100 II) MUCH more than the Canon and never had a problem. With a 5x optical zoom lens, a range of 24–120mm, advanced Optical Image Stabilization and an aperture range of f/1.8 (wide)- f/2.8 (telephoto), the PowerShot G5 X Mark II camera is suitable for group photographs, landscapes, and even close-up photography. Did you watch the RX100 VII video I linked to above? When using high ISO settings, the image processor helps keep results sharp and detailed in virtually any lighting situation. These capable cameras should be solid and well-built, have both speed and focus for capturing fast action and offer professional-level image quality. Therefore the Canon is the better, cheaper solution if you need a compact beside the DSLR or DSLM. It's a serious flaw that renders the camera unusable (at least when the vanes don't fully open). It happens if you keep the camera in a travel bag thinking it's protected if "closed up". There's a whole bunch of practical and ergonomics arguments that are best left to individual shoppers, but there's a basic comparison here that's not often explored. The Leica Q2 Monochrom is a version of the Gold Award-winning Q2 that only shoots images in black and white. Best settings are very personal, as it is a matter of taste. It IS simple. The build quality of the Sony is really bad. It really is a case of the emperors new cloths. Serious? Just because they have the same size sensor and vaguely similar size, does not a peer make. DPreview and virtually every other review site has been in love with the AF on the VA, VI and now the new VII. Wireless capabilities also allow you to use your compatible smart devices with the Canon Camera Connect app* to remotely control the camera, which is useful for self-portraits and group shots or for shooting from a distance (as long as the camera is in wireless range). There is a hugh difference between rhe Sony and the Canon. A shame there isn't more competition in this segment. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this app. When traveling as a family, sometimes even m-43 is too big of a system to bring along. At least what I'm wearing it was very uncomfortable to put my old RX100 (I) anywhere in my pockets. We'll discuss this, we need to balance both the JPEG NR performance and the lens' brightness over the focal range for compact cameras. By a very larger margin. I'll wait for the VIII version and see what that has. Just a few bucks more M50 is waiting to be lapped ? "I'd like them to take Sony's torch away". The Sony ends up being worth the extra money.But I'd love to see something better than my RX100 VI (besides the VII). Wonder if I’m better off turning sharpening down to minimum and tweaking in Photoshop ? This is very misleading. Perhaps you have a very patient family who will stand around with patience holding a posed smile. Sigma's new primes promise very good performance and light weight, when paired with L-mount and Sony E-mount mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. yes, I have a viewfinder that works at all angles. It's really not up for debate as there are tests to prove it. Just wondering though why the score in the conclusion for 'Low light/high ISO performance' is so low given the fast lens and good high ISO performance in your test scene? In the future maybe point out a camera isn't great for "fast" or simply "moving children". Canon G5 X MII has a 20.0MP 1" sensor whereas Panasonic LX100 II has a 17.0MP Four Thirds sensor. Sony's high price puts them in a somewhat different segment. (Source: Canon.) My wife used it to shoot a 3 day rally for medicare-for-all and returned with over 300 shots and ONE was out of focus. Take a look. Honestly, the Canon does not compete, though it's a nice camera. Because at the image level, you'll be just fine with a smartphone. But they chose the mk4s. In the review it is written that the jpeg quality of the G5X II has improved over the G7X II and if I read the text at image quality it looks like the jpegs should be sharper/better than previous models. There are a lot of photo/video cameras that have found a role as B-cameras on professional productions or A-camera for amateur and independent productions. It's a comparison sheerly made on value for money. If I have to shot more than 100 picture a day, it's something special. The higher ISOs are better controlled, you might not need it, other do. Dr_Jon, yes, and we make it a point to mention this. The ISO is almost identical on the Canon vs. Sony. In our latest buying guide we've selected some cameras that might be a bit older but still offer a lot of bang for the buck. How about video IS? Moving away from the product itself I'd criticize Sony for milking their customers, bringing once again two expensive models in a raw, the new one fixing the shortcoming of the older one. I am also a Fuji user, but the G5X II has many advantages for a small size, take everywhere camera... Sold it long ago and no regret. Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II houses a 1.0-type 20.2 MP Stacked CMOS sensor, along with the bright f/1.8-2.8 4.2x (24-100mm) lens and DIGIC 8 Image Processor delivers high image quality.. A grey bar will appear at the bottom of your browser window which will contain your download. I agree, to an extent, though the f stop difference can be an advantage in certain conditions. The PowerShot G5 X Mark II camera is compatible with the USB Power Adapter PD-E1 for in-camera charging via USB. "You stated in both reviews how Canon has a brigther lens and Sony "slow" one, yet the comparison bar clearly gives preference to the Sony. Please note that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. The 24mm F3.5, 35mm F2 and 65mm F2 DG DN share similar designs and have weather-sealed metal bodies. So a slightly larger mirrorless is no more an obstacle. I’d like to like the Canon because it looks like a ‘traditional compact’ but honestly ... only contrast AF (we’ve moved on from that), appalling battery life for a ‘carry everywhere’ and a soft detail lens isn’t going to work. Vaporware no more: the much-speculated-about Zeiss ZX1 has arrived. A humble, simple-to-use unit, it proves to be the perfect companion for the trip. Sigma has introduced its new 'I series' of compact, premium full-frame lenses for E and L mounts. Only a few lively young children presented problems, and a good hiding easily fixes that. " 25fps is too close to 24fps to not have the same "cinematic look".However, for 24fps aficionados who will be satisfied by 25fps, if all TV sets usually play back 25fps videos without frame rate conversion, or at least just by doubling the frame rate at 50fps, some cameras are crippled according to the region they are sold, so 25/50fps settings cannot be available in countries using 60Hz as their AC power frequency... Any chance they might be satisfied by 30fps too? I did, however, fail to mention the Sony's superior AF performance. Install the download by clicking on the file name. While the RAWS are equal. That's not the typical use-case we consider when we think of 'family photography'. It also includes Image Recovery (included with Cameras, Camcorders, and Printers with a memory card slot only), priority repair service, free return shipping, $0 deductible, genuine Canon factory service with only genuine Canon parts, and is transferable if you sell or gift your product. This is BS. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images. So I shot 100-ish photos, and the image quality was fine and about what I expected. In the end We have a 900$ 1"sensor camera with a 24-120/1.8-2.8 lens competing against a 1200$ camera with a 24-200/2.8-4.5 lens - but better AF, video and viewfinder. Text in the "Body, controls and handling" section sort-of indicates that. I have an A6400 and the new tracking and eye AF modes mean that you no longer have to think about AF-S vs AF-C, focus points, etc. You can also try a contrast and color saturation of -1. "....or that is their actual intention. The sample-collecting probe filmed the Moon from close up and then captured its own landing, but the best bit is the color stitched panorama that's 15,000 pixels wide. The image quality that today's smartphones are capable of is astounding, if one is willing to work to access it. As 2019 winds down, we're highlighting some of our standout products of the year. If you are reading the quote as saying the camera is poor in those areas, or won't meet most needs, then they need to re-word what they wrote to avoid giving that wrong impression to people. To me, sharpness doesn't really matter for this kind of camera, as there always will be affordable mirrorless alternatives that will provide better resolution, so in the end for me it comes to convenience. This page requires Javascript. there's nothing shabby about the clip on EVF it works well. This camera replaces easily a mFT. 20.1 Megapixels, 8.8 (W) – 44.0(T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 24–120mm), Auto/Manual: 2.0 in. I've also got D5300 and a few other small cams. To be fair on the G5X Mark II… The folder that contains your download will now be open, Click the small image of the magnifying glass. The chosen AF point is then displayed in the camera's EVF for quick confirmation. I'd say this is quite the same as with the iPhone's bendgate: a phone shouldn't bend in a backpocket but is sitting on your phone a standard use case? Look at M50, not the best camera, cheap, but it's n°1 in Japan and sells well in other countries. It refers to something specific. This application is not guaranteed to operate on all listed devices, even if minimum requirements are met. Want DSLR-level results but don’t want to carry the camera and various lenses around? Variances in low light ability, corner sharpness and overall operational speed DO make a difference. I believe they are keeping the old Mk I running in production which is good. • Single-time recording will stop automatically when single recording reaches maximum recordable time or memory card becomes full. There actually is a time-lapse movie option that appears on the first screen of the shooting menu when in video mode, with three timing options available. As we continue to test Nikon's update of its multimedia full-framer, we've added more of our findings so far on image quality, dynamic range and video quality. If you plan to be on the move and shoot any action, the answer is A LOT. This application is not guaranteed to operate on all listed devices, even if minimum requirements are met. It's not necessarily the most feature-packed or expensive smartphones that move. With autofocus tracking on to help keep your shots sharp, you can maintain the speed and shoot at up to 20 fps. I wouldn't use either above ISO 1600 if I could help it.3) I own cameras that are ideal for different tasks. Just trying to get an explanation for that. You’re probably right. I like to take my time and compose shots, and decided that in order to overcome that, it would need to be on a monopod to get the stable feel that I enjoy.