Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica X1

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon G7 X MIII and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and X1 (12MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and X1 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The G7 X MIII was brought out 9 years after the X1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G7 X MIII matches up vs the X1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Leica X1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MIII has got outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Leica X1 has measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Canon G7 X MIII and Leica X1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G7 X MIII versus the X1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MIII and X1 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MIII and X1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MIII due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon G7 X MIII will provide more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer G7 X MIII provides an advantage in sensor technology.