Canon G5 X MII vs Leica X1

The following is a in-depth review of the Canon G5 X MII vs Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and X1 (12MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and X1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G5 X MII was brought out 9 years after the X1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G5 X MII matches up vs the X1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Leica X1. The entire galleries are available at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X MII enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Leica X1 has sizing of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X MII vs Leica X1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G5 X MII and the X1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X MII and X1 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and X1.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X MII featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon G5 X MII will render extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent G5 X MII is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.