Leica X1 vs Panasonic GX8

The following is a detailed comparison of the Leica X1 vs Panasonic GX8, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the X1 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The X1 was introduced 6 years prior to the GX8 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the X1 matches up vs the GX8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are available at Leica X1 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica X1 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Leica X1 vs Panasonic GX8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the X1 vs the GX8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X1 and GX8 is 89 and 74 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1 and GX8.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GX8 will produce extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged X1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.