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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV vs Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II: which is better?

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II compared side by side across 123 specs and 14 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

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CANON

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

$2,499

BEST OVERALL

CANON

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II

$899

BEST VALUE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.9/10 — 0.2 ahead of the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II. Tightest race: optics, just 0.2 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 14 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

AUTO

BATT

BUIL

DESI

DOXM

FEAT

IMAG

OPTI

PERF

THEV

USER

VIDE

VALU

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV×11

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II×3

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR CameraBEST OVERALL

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark IIBEST VALUE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPUSER REVIEWS — Canon EOS 5D Mark IV leads by 9.0

TIGHTESTOPTICS — only 0.2 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

MARK IVMARK II

AutofocusiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +1.3

MARK IV8.8

MARK II7.5

BATTERYiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +2.9

MARK IV8.9

MARK II6.0

BuildiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.7

MARK IV9.2

MARK II8.5

DESIGNiCanon PowerShot G5 X Mark II · +1.0

MARK IV8.0

MARK II9.0

DOXMARKiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +8.9

MARK IV8.9

MARK II0.0

FEATURESiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.5

MARK IV8.5

MARK II8.0

Image QualityiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.6

MARK IV9.1

MARK II8.5

OPTICSiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.2

MARK IV8.7

MARK II8.5

PERFORMANCEiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.4

MARK IV8.9

MARK II8.5

THE VERDICTiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +8.9

MARK IV8.9

MARK II0.0

USER REVIEWSiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +9.0

MARK IV9.0

MARK II0.0

VIDEOGRAPHYiCanon EOS 5D Mark IV · +0.5

MARK IV8.5

MARK II8.0

VideoiCanon PowerShot G5 X Mark II · +8.0

MARK IV0.0

MARK II8.0

ValueiCanon PowerShot G5 X Mark II · +7.5

MARK IV0.0

MARK II7.5

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II0.97BEST DEAL

02Canon EOS 5D Mark IV0.36

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV$2,49933W8.9

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II$89910W8.7

AF Pointsi

61← BEST +97%

Subject Detectioni

Human, Face

Face Detection, Tracking AF

Burst RateFPSi

7 fps

30 fps← BEST +329%

Battery HealthWHi

14 Wh

4.5 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

1865 mAh

1250 mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

Approx. 900 shots (OVF)

230

Battery VoltageVi

7.2 V← BEST +100%

3.6 V

Battery Modeli

LP-E6N

NB-13L

Card Slotsi

1x CF, 1x SD/SDHC/SDXC

Single SD/SDHC/SDXC

Weather Sealingi

Yes← BEST

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

900 shots← BEST +291%

230 shots

WeightGi

890 g

340 g← 62% lighter

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes

Screen Resolutioni

1,620,000 dots

1,040,000 dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System Camerai

Yes

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

—

2.36 m dots

Screen SizeINCHi

3.2 inch← BEST +7%

3 inch

Hot Shoei

Yes

true

Flashi

Yes← BEST

Flip Out Screeni

Yes← BEST

VolumeCM³i

1,371 cm³

311.47 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°CiSAME

0 °C

Tilting Viewfinderi

N/A

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZi

0 Hz

120 Hz← BEST

WidthMMi

150.7 mm← BEST +36%

110.9 mm

HeightMMi

116.4 mm← BEST +91%

60.9 mm

Maximum Operating Temperature°CiSAME

40 °C

Waterproof Depthi

0 m

Thicknessi

75.9 mm

46.0 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

91← BEST

Dxomark Sports Scorei

3,266← BEST

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

13.6← BEST

Dxomark Portrait Scorei

24.8← BEST

Bluetooth Versioni

—

4.2

Typei

DSLR

Premium Compact

Viewfinderi

Optical (Pentaprism)

Electronic

Viewfinder CoverageiSAME

100

WeightGi

890 g← BEST +163%

339 g

Processori

DIGIC 6+

DIGIC 8

Release Datei

2016-08-25

2019-07-09

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth Supportedi

Yes← BEST

Dual Card Slotsi

Yes← BEST

Pixel Shift Shoti

N/A

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed Rawi

Yes

Wi-Fi VersioniSAME

802.11b/g/n

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS Supporti

Yes← BEST

Support Live Streamingi

—

Advanced Hot Shoei

Standard

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

Type C (Mini)

Micro-HDMI (Type D)

Internal Storage SizeiSAME

0 GB

NFC Supportedi

Yes← BEST

USB Type-Ci

Yes← BEST

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

Sensori

Full-frame CMOS

1-inch CMOS

ResolutionMPi

30.4 MP← BEST +51%

20.1 MP

ISO Rangei

100-32000 (expandable to 50-102400)

125-12800

Dynamic RangeSTOPSi

13.6 stops← BEST +10%

12.4 stops

Stabilizationi

Lens-based (Optical IS)

Optical Image Stabilization

Sensor Sizei

36 x 24 mm

1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm)

Lens Mounti

Yes← BEST

Megapixelsi

30.4 MP

20.1 MP

Maximum ISOi

32,000← BEST +150%

12,800

Sensor Shift StabilizationiSAME

Continuous Shootingi

7 fps

8 fps (AF-C), 30 fps (RAW burst)

Phase Detection Autofocus For Photosi

Yes← BEST

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/8000 sec

1/25000 sec

Focus Pointsi

61 (41 cross-type)

Maximum Expanded ISOi

102400

25600

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI Sensori

Yes← BEST

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS SensoriSAME

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/200 sec

1/2000 sec

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure Timei

30 - 1/8000 sec

30 sec

Image Stabilization Ratingi

6.9

8.8← BEST +28%

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/25000 sec

Can Combine Image Stabilizationi

N/A

Can Create Panoramas In Camerai

—

Stacked Cmos Sensori

Yes← BEST

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

3.0

USB 3.1 Gen 1

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

5.36 µm

2.4 µm

Build Qualityi

9.2← BEST +8%

8.5

Controlsi

9← BEST +6%

8.5

Autofocus Pointsi

8.8← BEST +17%

7.5

Image Qualityi

9.1← BEST +7%

8.5

Video Qualityi

8.5← BEST +6%

Battery Lifei

8.9← BEST +48%

Low Light Performancei

9← BEST +20%

7.5

The Verdicti

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a highly capable and durable full-frame DSLR, offering a superb balance of image quality, autofocus performance, and video capabilities. It's a highly dependable camera for

The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II is an outstanding premium compact camera, perfect for advanced users seeking a highly capable, portable device that doesn't compromise on image quality or features.

CommentsiSAME

—

Overall Ratingi

9.2← BEST +33%

6.9

Color Combinationi

9.7← BEST +18%

8.2

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

DCI 4K

4K 30p, Full HD 120p

Phase Detection Autofocus For Videosi

Yes← BEST

Microphone Inputi

Yes← BEST

Audio Jacki

Yes← BEST

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

500 Mbps (4K)

120 Mbps (4K UHD 30p)

24p Cinema Modei

Yes← BEST

Supports Slow Motion Video RecordiSAME

Yes

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

4096 x 2160 (DCI 4K) @ 30p

4K 30p

Internal Colori

8-bit 4:2:0

8-bit

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

RE-RANKS LIVE AS YOU ADD OR REMOVE PRODUCTS

THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Canon EOS 5D Mark IVCANON8.9

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II (8.7)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark IICANON8.7

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS 5D Mark IV (0.4)

PRIORITY · USER REVIEWS

Best for user reviews

Canon EOS 5D Mark IVCANON9.0

USER REVIEWS WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the user reviews category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II (0.0)

PRIORITY · DOXMARK

Best for doxmark

Canon EOS 5D Mark IVCANON8.9

DOXMARK WEIGHTEDCONF 85%

Best visible score in the doxmark category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1CANON0.0

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

“The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a versatile full-frame DSLR camera, ideal for professional photographers seeking high resolution, robust build, ”

Build 9.2

Image Quality 9.1

Wins Image Quality

Wins Overall Rating

TRADE-OFFFixed LCD screen, not articulating

BEST OVERALLFull review →

#2CANON0.0

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II

“The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II is a premium compact camera offering excellent image quality and versatility for enthusiasts on the go.”

DESIGN 9.0

Build 8.5

Wins Burst Rate

Wins EVF Resolution

TRADE-OFFModest battery life (CIPA 230 shots)

BEST VALUEFull review →

Still deciding? The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 8.9/10 · WINS 11 OF 14 CATEGORIES

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera vs Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II: which is better?

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera is our overall pick, scoring 8.9/10 against 8.7/10 for the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II — a 2% edge. Current starting prices span $899–$2,499. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera leads overall with a 8.9 total score.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera wins 64 comparable specs with a 58% weighted win rate.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR CameraWINNER 8.9/10

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a versatile full-frame DSLR camera, ideal for professional photographers seeking high resolution, robust build, and reliable performance across various demanding scenarios.

Pros

+ Excellent 30.4MP full-frame sensor
+ Reliable 61-point autofocus system
+ DCI 4K video recording with Dual Pixel AF
+ Robust, weather-sealed build quality

Cons

− Fixed LCD screen, not articulating
− No in-body image stabilization
− 4K video has 1.64x crop

Best for: Professional portrait photographers · Wedding and event shooters · Landscape and studio work

“Verdict: The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV remains an outstanding full-frame DSLR, offering a superb balance of image quality, autofocus performance, and video capabilities. It's a highly dependable camera for professionals and serious enthusiasts…”

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II8.7/10

The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II is a premium compact camera offering excellent image quality and versatility for enthusiasts on the go.

Pros

+ Excellent image quality (1-inch sensor)
+ Compact and portable design
+ Fast 30fps RAW burst shooting
+ Pop-up EVF and tilting touchscreen

Cons

− Modest battery life (CIPA 230 shots)
− No external microphone input
− No weather sealing

Best for: Travel photography · Street photography · Vlogging and content creation

“Verdict: The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II is an outstanding premium compact camera, perfect for advanced users seeking a highly capable, portable device that doesn't compromise on image quality or features.”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera or Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera scores highest overall (8.9/10, 0.2 points ahead of the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera and Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, Sensor — with the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera better value than the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II?

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera starts around $2,499 and the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II around $899. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other cameras on ComparZone?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 cameras from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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