Canon G1 X vs Leica Q2

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon G1 X and Leica Q2, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and Q2 (47MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and Q2 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was brought out 8 years before the Q2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the G1 X matches up versus the Q2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Leica Q2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery and Leica Q2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X offers exterior 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 Q2 has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs).

Compare the Canon G1 X and Leica Q2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 X versus the Q2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and Q2 is 75 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X and Q2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Leica Q2 will give extra detail having its extra 33 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.