Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5
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![Canon PowerShot G12 front Canon PowerShot G12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-G12-ek-fs.jpg)
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Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Announced September 2010
- Replacement is Leica D-Lux 6
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Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the D-LUX 5 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the G12 (1/1.7") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
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The G12 was launched 4 months later than the D-LUX 5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the G12 matches up against the D-LUX 5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 and Leica D-LUX 5. The complete galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G12 over the Leica D-LUX 5
G12 | D-LUX 5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Canon G12
D-LUX 5 | G12 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon G12 and Leica D-LUX 5
G12 | D-LUX 5 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G12 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Leica D-LUX 5 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G12 compared to the D-LUX 5.
![Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 size comparison Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Leica-D-LUX-5-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and D-LUX 5 is 83 and 88 respectively.
![Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 top view buttons comparison Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Leica-D-LUX-5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and D-LUX 5.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G12 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult.
![Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 sensor size comparison Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Leica-D-LUX-5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Leica-D-LUX-5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G12 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G12 | Leica D-LUX 5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G12 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-19 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 401 grams (0.88 lbs) | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 161 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-7L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $600 | $799 |