Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario
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Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
- Released May 2011
- Renewed by Fujifilm X100S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Launched June 2013
- Older Model is Leica X2

Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X100 versus Leica X Vario, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and X Vario (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X100 was launched 3 years before the X Vario and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X100 grades versus the X Vario in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix X100 & Leica X Vario. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X100 Gallery & Leica X Vario Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Leica X Vario
Fujifilm X100 | X Vario |
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Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Fujifilm X100
X Vario | Fujifilm X100 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | May 2011 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Leica X Vario
Fujifilm X100 | X Vario | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100 provides outside dimensions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Leica X Vario has proportions of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X100 versus Leica X Vario in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100 against the X Vario.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and X Vario is 80 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100 and X Vario.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Leica X Vario to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Leica X Vario | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Leica X Vario |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-05-16 | 2013-06-11 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4928 x 3272 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 28-70mm (2.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 73 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 1001 | 1320 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 450 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-95 | BP-DC8 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,800 | $2,950 |