Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2017
- Older Model is Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released April 2010
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Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.
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The G9 X II was unveiled 6 years after the V-Lux 20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X II scores vs the V-Lux 20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Leica V-Lux 20
G9 X II | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 82 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+579k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Canon G9 X II
V-Lux 20 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Leica V-Lux 20
G9 X II | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II features external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X II vs the V-Lux 20.
![Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and V-Lux 20 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and V-Lux 20.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will deliver extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger G9 X II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
![Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G9-X-Mark-II-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2017-01-04 | 2010-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.2 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $530 | $779 |