Canon G1 X vs Leica Q2 Monochrom

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon G1 X versus Leica Q2 Monochrom, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was revealed 9 years before the Q2 Monochrom and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G1 X grades against the Q2 Monochrom in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Leica Q2 Monochrom. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G1 X features physical measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Leica Q2 Monochrom has specifications of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X versus Leica Q2 Monochrom in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X against the Q2 Monochrom.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and Q2 Monochrom is 75 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and Q2 Monochrom.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G1 X using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will provide extra detail because of its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older G1 X will be behind in sensor technology.