Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109
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Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1.5" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-3.9) lens
- 553g - 116 x 74 x 66mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Canon G1 X
- Renewed by Canon G1 X III
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 405g - 118 x 66 x 55mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Other Name is Typ 109

Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) is relatively well matched but the G1 X II (1.5") and D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The G1 X II was launched 7 months prior to the D-Lux Typ 109 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the G1 X II grades versus the D-Lux Typ 109 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Leica D-Lux Typ 109. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X II over the Leica D-Lux Typ 109
G1 X II | D-Lux Typ 109 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux Typ 109 over the Canon G1 X II
D-Lux Typ 109 | G1 X II | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon G1 X II and Leica D-Lux Typ 109
G1 X II | D-Lux Typ 109 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II offers physical dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check the Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G1 X II vs the D-Lux Typ 109.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and D-Lux Typ 109 is 76 and 82 respectively.

Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and D-Lux Typ 109.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The G1 X II has the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged G1 X II is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G1 X II vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II | Leica D-Lux Typ 109 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II | Leica D-Lux Typ 109 |
Also Known as | - | Typ 109 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2014-09-23 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1.5" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 18.7 x 14mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 261.8mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4112 x 3088 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-3.9 | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 1.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | sRGB PureColor II Touchscreen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 553 grams (1.22 lbs) | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 74 x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") | 118 x 66 x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 58 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 581 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 300 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $799 | $1,095 |