Canon G5 X vs Leica X2
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Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 353g - 112 x 76 x 44mm
- Introduced September 2015
- Successor is Canon G5 X MII
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- No Video
- 36mm (F2.8) lens
- 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
- Launched May 2012
- Succeeded the Leica X1
- Later Model is Leica X Vario
Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Overview
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.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon G5 X over the Leica X2
G5 X | X2 | |||
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Launched | September 2015 | May 2012 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Canon G5 X
X2 | G5 X |
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Common features in the Canon G5 X and Leica X2
G5 X | X2 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Canon G5 X vs Leica X2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G5 X | Leica X2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G5 X | Leica X2 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-09-11 | 2012-05-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 36mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 30cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.9 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 lbs) | 345g (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 471 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | 450 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $799 | $994 |