Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica Q3

Here, we will be comparing the Canon G7 X MIII and Leica Q3, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and Q3 (60MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and Q3 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X MIII was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Q3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the G7 X MIII matches up against the Q3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Leica Q3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Leica Q3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MIII has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Leica Q3 has specifications of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G7 X MIII and Leica Q3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the G7 X MIII versus the Q3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MIII and Q3 is 88 and 60 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X MIII and Q3.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MIII featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Leica Q3 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 40 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G7 X MIII is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.