Canon G9 X II vs Leica X (Typ 113)

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon G9 X II versus Leica X (Typ 113), both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and X (Typ 113) (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 2 years later than the X (Typ 113) and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Leica X (Typ 113) being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the G9 X II scores against the X (Typ 113) with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Leica X. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Leica X (Typ 113) has proportions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check out the Canon G9 X II versus Leica X (Typ 113) in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II vs the X (Typ 113).

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and X (Typ 113) is 92 and 71 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and X (Typ 113).

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G9 X II will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.