Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5
60 Imaging
52 Features
76 Overall
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55 Imaging
55 Features
80 Overall
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Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Announced June 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 12500 (Bump to 25000)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-400mm (F2.8-4) lens
- 812g - 137 x 97 x 132mm
- Announced January 2020
- Old Model is Leica V-Lux 4
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Overview
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").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Leica V-Lux 5
G3 X | V-Lux 5 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1240k | Crisper screen (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 5 over the Canon G3 X
V-Lux 5 | G3 X | |||
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Announced | January 2020 | June 2015 | More modern by 55 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon G3 X and Leica V-Lux 5
G3 X | V-Lux 5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Canon G3 X versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Sensor Comparison
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.
Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G3 X vs Leica V-Lux 5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Leica V-Lux 5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Leica V-Lux 5 |
Category | Large Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-06-18 | 2020-01-17 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25000 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 1,240k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 13.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, auto w/slow sync and redeye reduction, on, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 733 grams (1.62 pounds) | 812 grams (1.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 137 x 97 x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 360 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $849 | $1,550 |