Canon G9 X II vs Leica V-Lux 20

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and V-Lux 20 is 92 and 91 respectively.

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.