Canon G5 X MII vs Leica Q-P

Below, we are analyzing the Canon G5 X MII versus Leica Q-P, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the Q-P (24MP) is fairly similar but the G5 X MII (1") and Q-P (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The G5 X MII was released 9 months later than the Q-P and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G5 X MII matches up against the Q-P for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Leica Q-P. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G5 X MII Gallery and Leica Q-P Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X MII comes with external measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Leica Q-P has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Examine the Canon G5 X MII versus Leica Q-P in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G5 X MII versus the Q-P.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and Q-P is 86 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X MII and Q-P.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G5 X MII featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Leica Q-P will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G5 X MII should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.