Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U
88 Imaging
52 Features
75 Overall
61


64 Imaging
59 Features
52 Overall
56
Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
- Released February 2016
- Previous Model is Canon G7 X
- Refreshed by Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F1.7-16.0) lens
- 635g - 140 x 79 x 88mm
- Released January 2016
- Also referred to as Typ 113

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and X-U (16MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and X-U (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The G7 X MII was announced at a similar time to the X-U and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G7 X MII grades versus the X-U with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Leica X-U. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Leica X-U Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Leica X-U
G7 X MII | X-U | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X-U over the Canon G7 X MII
X-U | G7 X MII | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X-U
G7 X MII | X-U | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2016 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MII provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Leica X-U has specifications of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") having a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X-U in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MII versus the X-U.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and X-U is 88 and 64 respectively.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MII and X-U.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X MII having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Canon G7 X MII will offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X-U Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Leica X-U | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Leica X-U |
Also referred to as | - | Typ 113 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2016-01-20 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.7-16.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 2.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Automatic, automatic/red eye reduction, on, on/red eye reduction, long-term synchronization/red eye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319 grams (0.70 pounds) | 635 grams (1.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 140 x 79 x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 photos | 450 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | BP-DC8 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $699 | $3,495 |