Canon G1 X II vs Leica SL2-S

The following is a extensive review of the Canon G1 X II vs Leica SL2-S, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and SL2-S (24MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and SL2-S (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was revealed 7 years earlier than the SL2-S which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Leica SL2-S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G1 X II grades versus the SL2-S for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Leica SL2-S. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Leica SL2-S Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II offers outer measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Leica SL2-S has specifications of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs).

Check out the Canon G1 X II vs Leica SL2-S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G1 X II vs the SL2-S.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and SL2-S is 76 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and SL2-S.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Leica SL2-S will render greater detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged G1 X II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.