Canon G9 X II vs Leica Q

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon G9 X II and Leica Q, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the Q (24MP) is pretty well matched but the G9 X II (1") and Q (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X II was released 20 months after the Q which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Leica Q being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X II scores versus the Q when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Leica Q. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Leica Q Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Leica Q has specifications of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II compared to the Q.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and Q is 92 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and Q.

Plainly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica Q will give more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 X II is going to have an edge in sensor technology.