You're a Canon guy, so it is easier for you to stay with Canon, given you know the ergonomics of Canons, and especially the approach of the menu system. I have a Sony HX50, and it has enough differences from my past Canons to have made it a bit uncomfortable and inconvenient initially. Plus, the HX 50 has no viewfinder, which has turned out to be a pain in bright sunlight. Of the Canons you mentioned, I'd go with the G5x, partly because of th good viewfinder:
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-powershot-g5-x-mark-ii-review

I’m looking for a pocket or belt pouch sized camera to replace/complement a Canon bridge camera and DSLR to use for more convenient picture taking while traveling. I’m tired of lugging the bigger ones around.
I’ve looked at:
Canon G5x, G7x, G9x;
Sony hx99, RX100 VII
Panasonic ZS70, ZS80, ZS100, ZS200.
I’ve researched until my brain is tired and confused, and I’m wondering if any of you have some real life experience with any of these with recommendations. Most of my travel pictures are taken outside and I’d prefer a decent optical zoom, 1” sensor, raw capability etc. but I’m open to any good options. Budget can expand for the right camera.

While I have had good results out of three different models of the Sony RX100 (I, III, and now V), the ergonomics have been a constant frustration. I'm getting ready to spend some evaluation time with the Fuji X100 (either F or V)/ I have spent some time in the camera store handling it and really like its feel in the hand (i have larger hands), and the EVF/OVF viewfinder options. Whether I can live with the fixed 23mm (35mm FF equiv) is a question that is yet to be answered. I did well with similar arrangements back in the film days, but I'm a bit spoiled by zoom lenses. When I travel I always take 2 cameras - the Olympus EM1 II and a walkaround camera. Hoping that the X100 might make that smaller camera niche work a bit better for me. Moral of the story? Spend enough time in the store trying the smaller cameras in your hands and see if you can live with the control layout. Then rent one before purchasing . . .

I have the Sony RX100 II and the Sony RX100 VI. I like them both but really like the popup viewfinder in the Sony RX100 VI. The Sony RX VI has a lens that goes from 24mm - 200mm while the Sony RX II Lens only goes from 24-100mm.



Took both Sony RX cameras to Europe this summer so my husband and I both had cameras. We went with another couple and when we got back I sent sent the pictures to the other couple on a digital picture frame. They said they looked like they were taken by a National Geographic photographer (and their daughter in law is a professional photographer). So yes, the cameras take great pictures.

You can shoot manual on the Sony RX’s although I rarely do even though I mostly shoot manual on my Canon 5D IV. On the Sony RX VI, I like that the digital screen on the back can be focused by touching where I want to focus like my Canon 5D IV.

A couple weeks ago my niece got married. She had quite a few photographers but no Videographer. I had my Sony’s with me and used the RX100 IV to video (4K) the ceremony and no one realized I even had a camera. I sat in the second row next to the isle where I rested the camera on my knee. Video came out great and she was thrilled.

Good Luck with whatever you purchase. And like many have said, you will probably just take along the small camera everywhere!

Have 3 RX100's bought the first one when a magazine listed in the 10 best inventions of the year.
The newest are great but I thought my 4 with great 4k 1.8 zeiss lens and this version is 24mm to 70mm zoom others went further to 200mm. Thought this better lensing choice. The first week I had the original camera I shot some beach shots in DE. Then worked on a triathlon production in the town.
Shot with an XDCamcorder with 10 bit. Found i could put video shots from the RX100 into my
edit and they looked great. I have carries this camera for years in my case. I bought the over priced
Sony handle that fits in the tripod mount under the camera. Has zoom and video on control.
It is like having a little jib. Only draw back is their is no sound connection for a mic of sorts.
On board mic is what it is adequate in a pinch. You can buy a self contained shot gun mic would
need to put on a handle. Good luck. This is all fun.
The other cameras here have had great reviews. Having a high-quality rig like this in your
pocket or case is great.