Canon G5 X vs Leica X2

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon G5 X vs Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and X2 (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and X2 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The G5 X was announced 3 years later than the X2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G5 X matches up against the X2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Leica X2. The whole galleries are available at Canon G5 X Gallery and Leica X2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X offers outer dimensions 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 X2 has proportions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G5 X vs the X2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and X2 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and X2.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G5 X with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon G5 X will render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent G5 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.