Canon G5 X vs Leica X1

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

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The G5 X was released 5 years after the X1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the G5 X scores against the X1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Leica X1. The complete galleries are available at Canon G5 X Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G5 X provides outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Leica X1 has measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G5 X against the X1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X and X1 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X and X1.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon G5 X will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern G5 X is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.