Canon 1D X III vs Leica V-Lux 2

Let's look more in depth at the Canon 1D X III versus Leica V-Lux 2, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Leica. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D X III was introduced 9 years after the V-Lux 2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1D X III matches up against the V-Lux 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X III provides physical measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 2 has measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D X III against the V-Lux 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X III and V-Lux 2 is 50 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X III and V-Lux 2.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X III having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D X III will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher 1D X III will have a benefit in sensor tech.