Canon G5 X vs Leica Q3

Here, we will be matching up the Canon G5 X vs Leica Q3, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and Q3 (60MP) and the G5 X (1") and Q3 (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X was launched 8 years prior to the Q3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G5 X matches up versus the Q3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Leica Q3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Leica Q3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Leica Q3 has dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G5 X versus the Q3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and Q3 is 85 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and Q3.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica Q3 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 40MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G5 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.