Canon G9 X vs Leica X2
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Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Updated by Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- No Video
- 36mm (F2.8) lens
- 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Replaced the Leica X1
- Renewed by Leica X Vario
Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon G9 X vs Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and X2 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and X2 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G9 X was introduced 3 years later than the X2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G9 X matches up versus the X2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Leica X2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Leica X2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Leica X2
G9 X | X2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | May 2012 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Canon G9 X
X2 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Leica X2
G9 X | X2 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X features physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Leica X2 has dimensions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X compared to the X2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and X2 is 92 and 83 respectively.
Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and X2.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 X using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon G9 X will give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher G9 X is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon G9 X vs Leica X2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Leica X2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Leica X2 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-10-12 | 2012-05-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 36mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 30cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 209 gr (0.46 lbs) | 345 gr (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 450 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $994 |