Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica X-U

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and X-U (16MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and X-U (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X MIII was manufactured 3 years after the X-U which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G7 X MIII grades vs the X-U in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Leica X-U. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Leica X-U Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X MIII enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Leica X-U has sizing of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") along with a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

Look at the Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica X-U in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G7 X MIII and the X-U.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and X-U is 88 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MIII and X-U.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MIII featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon G7 X MIII will give you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer G7 X MIII provides an advantage in sensor technology.