Canon G1 X vs Leica C-Lux

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G1 X versus Leica C-Lux, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and C-Lux (20MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and C-Lux (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was manufactured 7 years earlier than the C-Lux which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the G1 X matches up vs the C-Lux in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Leica C-Lux. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Leica C-Lux Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X has got external dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Leica C-Lux has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G1 X vs the C-Lux.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and C-Lux is 75 and 85 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X and C-Lux.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 X due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica C-Lux will offer you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.