Canon G1 X III vs Leica Q2

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon G1 X III versus Leica Q2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and Q2 (47MP) and the G1 X III (APS-C) and Q2 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X III was introduced 16 months before the Q2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G1 X III matches up against the Q2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Leica Q2. The whole galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Leica Q2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X III features outer measurements of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Leica Q2 has measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X III against the Q2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X III and Q2 is 82 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X III and Q2.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X III using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Leica Q2 will result in more detail using its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged G1 X III will be behind with regard to sensor technology.