Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3
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Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Introduced June 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Announced December 2011
- Previous Model is Leica V-Lux 2
- Updated by Leica V-Lux 4

Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 3, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and V-Lux 3 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

The G3 X was unveiled 3 years after the V-Lux 3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G3 X grades vs the V-Lux 3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Leica V-Lux 3. The full galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Leica V-Lux 3
G3 X | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Announced | June 2015 | ![]() | December 2011 | Newer by 43 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+1159k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Canon G3 X
V-Lux 3 | G3 X | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Canon G3 X and Leica V-Lux 3
G3 X | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X offers outer measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G3 X versus the V-Lux 3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and V-Lux 3 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and V-Lux 3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G3 X will result in more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher G3 X should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Leica V-Lux 3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Leica V-Lux 3 |
Category | Large Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-06-18 | 2011-12-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733g (1.62 lbs) | 540g (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | BP-DC 9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $849 | $949 |