Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 5, both Large Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1").

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The G3 X was introduced 5 years prior to the V-Lux 5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G3 X grades vs the V-Lux 5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Leica V-Lux 5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 5 has measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the G3 X and the V-Lux 5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and V-Lux 5 is 60 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and V-Lux 5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged G3 X will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.