Canon G1 X II vs Leica X1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon G1 X II and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the X1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the G1 X II (1.5") and X1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was announced 4 years later than the X1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G1 X II grades versus the X1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Leica X1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II has outside 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) and the Leica X1 has specifications of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G1 X II and the X1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and X1 is 76 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and X1.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Canon G1 X II will give more detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent G1 X II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.