Canon G5 X vs Leica X (Typ 113)

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon G5 X and Leica X (Typ 113), both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and X (Typ 113) (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X was brought out 12 months after the X (Typ 113) and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G5 X scores versus the X (Typ 113) when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Leica X. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Leica X (Typ 113) has sizing of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X and Leica X (Typ 113) in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G5 X versus the X (Typ 113).

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and X (Typ 113) is 85 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X and X (Typ 113).

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon G5 X will provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent G5 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.