Canon G7 X vs Leica Q2 Monochrom

Lets look closer at the Canon G7 X versus Leica Q2 Monochrom, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and the G7 X (1") and Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The G7 X was revealed 7 years before the Q2 Monochrom which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X grades vs the Q2 Monochrom with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Leica Q2 Monochrom. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery & Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Leica Q2 Monochrom has dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X versus Leica Q2 Monochrom in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the Q2 Monochrom.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and Q2 Monochrom is 88 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and Q2 Monochrom.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will show greater detail because of its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G7 X will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.