Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon G3 X and Canon G5 X MII side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G3 X has external dimensions of 123 x 77 x 105 mm (4.84 x 3.03 x 4.13″) and weighs 733 g (1.62 lb / 25.86 oz) (including batteries). Canon G5 X MII has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.81″) and weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G3 X and the Canon G5 X MII. Canon G5 X MII is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 59mm thinner than Canon G3 X.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G3 X and Canon G5 X MII.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G3 X and Canon G5 X MII.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G5 X MII is significantly lighter (393g ) than the Canon G3 X which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the G3 X has a big advantage over the G5 X MII which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G3 X's 3.20" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon G5 X MII's 3 screen.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.