Canon G7 X MII vs Leica Q

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G7 X MII and Leica Q, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the Q (24MP) is relatively well matched but the G7 X MII (1") and Q (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X MII was revealed 9 months after the Q so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G7 X MII matches up versus the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Leica Q. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Leica Q Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X MII has outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Leica Q has sizing of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X MII and Leica Q in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MII against the Q.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MII and Q is 88 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X MII and Q.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MII with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Leica Q will give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher G7 X MII provides an edge in sensor technology.