Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X1

On this page, we are matching up the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and X1 (12MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and X1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X MII was launched 6 years later than the X1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G7 X MII grades versus the X1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Leica X1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X MII has got 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 X1 has proportions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G7 X MII against the X1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and X1 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MII and X1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 X MII because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Canon G7 X MII will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern G7 X MII is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.