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Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2

Portability
88
Imaging
52
Features
75
Overall
61
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II front
 
Leica X2 front
Portability
83
Imaging
57
Features
37
Overall
49

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Key Specs

Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
  • Introduced February 2016
  • Superseded the Canon G7 X
  • New Model is Canon G7 X MIII
Leica X2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • No Video
  • 36mm (F2.8) lens
  • 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
  • Introduced May 2012
  • Replaced the Leica X1
  • Successor is Leica X Vario
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Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Overview

The following is a complete assessment of the Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and X2 (16MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and X2 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X MII was introduced 3 years after the X2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G7 X MII grades vs the X2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Leica X2

 G7 X MII X2 
IntroducedFebruary 2016May 2012Newer by 46 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Canon G7 X MII

 X2 G7 X MII 

Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X2

 G7 X MII X2 
Manual focus More precise focus

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X MII has exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Leica X2 has proportions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MII vs the X2.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MII and X2 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 top view buttons comparison

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MII and X2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MII having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon G7 X MII will show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer G7 X MII should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 sensor size comparison

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G7 X MII as a Portrait photography camera
Leica X2 as a Portrait photography camera
64
manual focus
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
cannot use external flash
74
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon G7 X MII Street photography information
Leica X2 Street photography information
85
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
65
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon G7 X MII Sports photography factors
Leica X2 Sports photography factors
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
offers tracking autofocus
not so great battery power (265 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
49
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good battery power (450 per charge)
can't change focal length (36mm)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G7 X MII Travel photography details
Leica X2 Travel photography details
79
comes with touch to focus
megapixel count good (20MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
decently wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
not so great battery power (265 CIPA)
64
good battery power (450 per charge)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G7 X MII Landscape photography highlights
Leica X2 Landscape photography highlights
69
manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
not so great battery power (265 CIPA)
53
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (450 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no image stabilization
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G7 X MII as a Vlogging camera
Leica X2 as a Vlogging camera
80
decently wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
no external mic support
9
no video recording
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Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G7 X MII and Leica X2
 Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark IILeica X2
General Information
Company Canon Leica
Model type Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Leica X2
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2016-02-18 2012-05-10
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5472 x 3648 4928 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 12800 12500
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 31 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-100mm (4.2x) 36mm (1x)
Max aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 5cm 30cm
Crop factor 2.7 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 8.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 319 gr (0.70 pounds) 345 gr (0.76 pounds)
Dimensions 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 265 shots 450 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-13L -
Self timer Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $699 $994