Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario
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![Fujifilm FinePix X100 front Fujifilm FinePix X100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-X100/Fujifilm-X100-front.jpg)
![Leica X Vario front Leica X Vario front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-X-Vario/Leica-X-Vario-front.jpg)
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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
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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).
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario size comparison Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-X100-vs-Leica-X-Vario-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-X100-vs-Leica-X-Vario-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-X100-vs-Leica-X-Vario-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X100 vs Leica X Vario Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-X100-vs-Leica-X-Vario-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |