Canon
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
1-inch premium compact with pop-up EVF, 24–120mm f/1.8–2.8 zoom, and 4K for travel.
$899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Q3 is 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Wins
Q3
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- BQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- APowerShot G5 X Mark II has lower Weight (340 g vs 743 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot G5 X Mark II
111 × 61 × 46 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 19mm narrower, 19mm shorter, and 46mm thinner than Q3.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 403 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm PowerShot G5 X Mark II · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
111 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
111 × 46 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.9, 60.9, 46
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
340 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only PowerShot G5 X Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot G5 X Mark II
Pros
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓24–120mm f/1.8–2.8
- ✓4K video
- ✓Compact premium
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Superseded by G7 X IV
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot G5 X Mark II or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot G5 X Mark II — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Q3?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 20.1 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G5 X Mark II or the Q3?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Q3?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II weighs 340 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot G5 X Mark II is 403 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Q3 record 4K video?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II: 4K up to 30p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Q3 weather sealed?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G5 X Mark II launched at $899 and Q3 at $5,995. The PowerShot G5 X Mark II is $5,096 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Leica press materials.