Leica X1 vs Panasonic GH5S

Following is a extended review of the Leica X1 versus Panasonic GH5S, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the X1 (12MP) and the GH5S (10MP) is relatively close but the X1 (APS-C) and GH5S (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The X1 was revealed 9 years earlier than the GH5S which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X1 grades against the GH5S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The full galleries are provided at Leica X1 Gallery and Panasonic GH5S Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica X1 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Panasonic GH5S has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Leica X1 versus Panasonic GH5S in the latest 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 time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the X1 versus the GH5S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1 and GH5S is 89 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1 and GH5S.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica X1 will result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged X1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.