• 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 60.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000

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Differences

Canon G7X Mark II advantages over Leica M11

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/180 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    318g vs 640g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.1 fps vs 4.5 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Leica M11 advantages over Canon G7X Mark II

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 1 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.76 vs 2.41 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • More dots on screen
    2333k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    60.3 vs 20.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 15 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    50000 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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  • Very good image quality, Improved high ISO performance; Improved handling; Faster 8 fps burst mode; Burst rate no longer slows down with RAW files; Improved buffer depth.

  • Soft corners at wide angle; No viewfinder; No 4K video; Mediocre battery life; Sluggish buffer clearing; Continuous AF struggles on fast subjects.

  • Read our Canon G7X Mark II Review

The Competition

Compared to Sony RX100 III

Canon G7X Mark II
Sony RX100 III
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $748
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon G7X Mark II vs Sony RX100 III

Leica M11
Sony RX100 III
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $748
  • 1 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica M11 vs Sony RX100 III

Compared to Canon G7X

Canon G7X Mark II
Canon G7X
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $1239
  • 1 inch
  • Longer exposure

Compare Canon G7X Mark II vs Canon G7X

Leica M11
Canon G7X
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1239
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Leica M11 vs Canon G7X

Compared to Sony RX100 IV

Canon G7X Mark II
Sony RX100 IV
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Canon G7X Mark II vs Sony RX100 IV

Leica M11
Sony RX100 IV
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Leica M11 vs Sony RX100 IV

Compared to Sony RX100 V

Canon G7X Mark II
Sony RX100 V
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Canon G7X Mark II vs Sony RX100 V

Leica M11
Sony RX100 V
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Leica M11 vs Sony RX100 V

Compared to Canon G7X Mark III

Canon G7X Mark II
Canon G7X Mark III
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $1042
  • 1 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon G7X Mark II vs Canon G7X Mark III

Leica M11
Canon G7X Mark III
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1042
  • 1 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

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