Canon G9 X vs Leica X-U

Following is a comprehensive review of the Canon G9 X vs Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and X-U (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and X-U (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The G9 X was released 3 months before the X-U and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Leica X-U being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X scores against the X-U in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Leica X-U. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Leica X-U Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X features outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Leica X-U has sizing of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") with a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X vs Leica X-U in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the G9 X compared to the X-U.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and X-U is 92 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and X-U.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon G9 X will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively.