Canon G5 X vs Leica X-U

The following is a in depth review of the Canon G5 X versus Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and X-U (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and X-U (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X was introduced 4 months before the X-U and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G5 X scores versus the X-U with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Leica X-U. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Leica X-U Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G5 X features exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Leica X-U has specifications of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") and a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

Examine the Canon G5 X versus Leica X-U in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the G5 X compared to the X-U.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X and X-U is 85 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and X-U.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon G5 X will offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.