Canon G7 X MII vs Leica Q2 Monochrom

Here is a in depth review of the Canon G7 X MII versus Leica Q2 Monochrom, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X MII was launched 5 years earlier than the Q2 Monochrom and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X MII matches up vs the Q2 Monochrom for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Leica Q2 Monochrom. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X MII comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Leica Q2 Monochrom has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G7 X MII versus Leica Q2 Monochrom in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G7 X MII and the Q2 Monochrom.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and Q2 Monochrom is 88 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MII and Q2 Monochrom.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G7 X MII featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older G7 X MII is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.