Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U
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Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Released January 2017
- Old Model is Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F1.7-16.0) lens
- 635g - 140 x 79 x 88mm
- Announced January 2016
- Also referred to as Typ 113

Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and X-U (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and X-U (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

The G9 X II was introduced 12 months after the X-U and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Leica X-U being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G9 X II grades vs the X-U in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Leica X-U. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Leica X-U Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Leica X-U
G9 X II | X-U | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2016 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X-U over the Canon G9 X II
X-U | G9 X II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Leica X-U
G9 X II | X-U | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Leica X-U has proportions of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") having a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).
Compare the Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II vs the X-U.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and X-U is 92 and 64 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and X-U.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Canon G9 X II will show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Leica X-U Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Leica X-U | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Leica X-U |
Otherwise known as | - | Typ 113 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2016-01-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/1.7-16.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.2 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Automatic, automatic/red eye reduction, on, on/red eye reduction, long-term synchronization/red eye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 635 gr (1.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 140 x 79 x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 pictures | 450 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP-DC8 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $530 | $3,495 |