Canon G1 X vs Leica D-Lux 7

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G1 X vs Leica D-Lux 7, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the D-Lux 7 (17MP) is relatively close but the G1 X (1.5") and D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was launched 7 years prior to the D-Lux 7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G1 X matches up against the D-Lux 7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Leica D-Lux 7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery and Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X features physical dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Leica D-Lux 7 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Canon G1 X vs Leica D-Lux 7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G1 X against the D-Lux 7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and D-Lux 7 is 75 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and D-Lux 7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G1 X due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica D-Lux 7 will render more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older G1 X will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.