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Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10

Portability
50
Imaging
70
Features
79
Overall
73
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II front
 
Leica M10 front
Portability
75
Imaging
73
Features
45
Overall
61

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Key Specs

Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 409600)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1530g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
  • Released February 2016
  • Succeeded the Canon 1D X
  • Updated by Canon 1D X III
Leica M10
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 660g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
  • Announced January 2017
  • Replacement is Leica M11
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Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Overview

Below, we are looking at the Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the 1D X II (20MP) and the M10 (24MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The 1D X II was released 11 months prior to the M10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D X II being a Large SLR camera and the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1D X II matches up vs the M10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D X II over the Leica M10

 1D X II M10 
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1620k1037kCrisper display (+583k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Leica M10 over the Canon 1D X II

 M10 1D X II 
AnnouncedJanuary 2017February 2016More recent by 11 months

Common features in the Canon 1D X II and Leica M10

 1D X II M10 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X II offers physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) while the Leica M10 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 1D X II against the M10.

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X II and M10 is 50 and 75 respectively.

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X II and M10.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica M10 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older 1D X II will be behind in sensor tech.

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 sensor size comparison

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D X II as a Portrait photography camera
Leica M10 as a Portrait photography camera
82
manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
83
manual focus
megapixel count decent (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D X II Street photography highlights
Leica M10 Street photography highlights
61
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
includes touch focus
weather sealing
above average ISO range (51,200)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
69
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
very good high ISO (50,000)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D X II Sports photography factors
Leica M10 Sports photography factors
73
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
max fps high (16.0 frames/s)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
not so great battery (1,210 CIPA)
53
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (210 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D X II as a Travel photography camera
Leica M10 as a Travel photography camera
54
weather sealing
includes touch focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
not so great battery (1,210 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
57
megapixel count decent (24MP)
low battery life (210 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 1D X II
Landscape photography with Leica M10
70
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
MP count decent (20MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
two card slots
no image stabilization
not so great battery (1,210 per charge)
does not have Timelapse function
75
manual focus
change lenses (Leica M mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good high ISO (50,000)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (210 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D X II Vlogging features
Leica M10 Vlogging features
30
touchscreen capability
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone socket
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
9
no video shooting
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Canon 1D X II vs Leica M10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D X II and Leica M10
 Canon EOS-1D X Mark IILeica M10
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Leica
Model type Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Leica M10
Type Pro DSLR Pro Mirrorless
Released 2016-02-02 2017-01-18
Body design Large SLR Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Dual DIGIC 6+ Maestro II
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 5952 x 3992
Maximum native ISO 51200 50000
Maximum enhanced ISO 409600 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 61 -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF Leica M
Available lenses 250 59
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,620 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 16.0 frames per sec 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) -
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1530g (3.37 pounds) 660g (1.46 pounds)
Dimensions 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 88 86
DXO Color Depth rating 24.1 24.4
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.5 13.3
DXO Low light rating 3207 2133
Other
Battery life 1210 images 210 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E19 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Dual Single
Price at release $5,999 $7,595