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G5X vs RX100 IV poll

Started Oct 22, 2015 | Polls thread
rpm40
rpm40 Senior Member • Posts: 2,411
Re: G5X vs RX100 IV poll

They each have their advantages- the G5x has a fully articulating touch screen, longer zoom, likely more usable evf, cheaper, etc., while the rx100iv (such stupid naming convention) has faster performance, better video, smaller size, better battery life, etc.

While the differences may have something to do with brand popularity where the survey is being taken, I think it also demonstrates the market for these models. Both are quite high end compacts, meaning they will appeal to serious hobbyists, enthusiasts and that sort. I think those types of people aren't willing to have a 1" cam as their go to gear, so these cameras are backups for many users. For that purpose, compact size and convenience probably trumps bells and whistles. For that reason I would imagine the g7x or g9x would stand a better chance in the polls, even if they are "downgrades" from the g5x.

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