Canon G1 X vs Leica X (Typ 113)

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon G1 X vs Leica X (Typ 113), both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the X (Typ 113) (16MP) is pretty similar but the G1 X (1.5") and X (Typ 113) (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X was brought out 3 years before the X (Typ 113) which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the G1 X matches up vs the X (Typ 113) in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Leica X. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery & Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G1 X offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Leica X (Typ 113) has specifications of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs).

Examine the Canon G1 X vs Leica X (Typ 113) in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G1 X vs the X (Typ 113).

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and X (Typ 113) is 75 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and X (Typ 113).

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 X because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Leica X (Typ 113) will offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.