Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here, we are matching up the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 2, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The G3 X was released 4 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G3 X grades versus the V-Lux 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Leica V-Lux 2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X features outside measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 2 has dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Look at the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G3 X against the V-Lux 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and V-Lux 2 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and V-Lux 2.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G3 X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G3 X will result in more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G3 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.