Leica CL vs Panasonic GX7

On this page, we are looking at the Leica CL vs Panasonic GX7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the CL (24MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the CL (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The CL was manufactured 4 years after the GX7 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CL grades vs the GX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica CL and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica CL provides outside measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica CL vs Panasonic GX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the CL vs the GX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL and GX7 is 82 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the CL and GX7.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica CL will resolve more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern CL should have an edge in sensor innovation.