Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2
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Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Key Specs
(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- Superseded the Canon G7 X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
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- 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
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.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Leica X2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Leica X2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Leica X2
G7 X MII | X2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | May 2012 | Newer by 46 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper 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 |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Leica X2
G7 X MII | X2 | |||
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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.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.
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 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.
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Canon G7 X MII vs Leica X2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Leica X2 | |
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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 |