Canon G9 X II vs Leica X1

Lets look more closely at the Canon G9 X II and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and X1 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and X1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 7 years later than the X1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G9 X II scores versus the X1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Leica X1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Leica X1 has measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X II and Leica X1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 X II vs the X1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and X1 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X II and X1.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon G9 X II will offer greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 X II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.