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 G5 X and Canon A4000 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G5 X has external dimensions of 112 x 76 x 44 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.73″) and weighs 353 g (0.78 lb / 12.45 oz) (including batteries). Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G5 X and the Canon A4000 IS. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 20mm shorter and 20mm thinner than Canon G5 X.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G5 X and Canon A4000 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G5 X and Canon A4000 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (208g ) than the Canon G5 X which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot G5 X nor Canon PowerShot A4000 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G5 X and Canon A4000 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G5 X sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Canon A4000 IS's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G5 X.