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Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 front
 
Leica M-Monochrom front
Portability
78
Imaging
65
Features
23
Overall
48

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Key Specs

Fujifilm XP200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 232g - 116 x 71 x 30mm
  • Introduced March 2013
Leica M-Monochrom
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 10000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Introduced May 2012
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Overview

The following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm XP200 versus Leica M-Monochrom, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the M-Monochrom (18MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XP200 (1/2.3") and M-Monochrom (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XP200 was launched 11 months after the M-Monochrom and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP200 being a Compact camera and the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP200 scores versus the M-Monochrom when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP200 over the Leica M-Monochrom

 Fujifilm XP200 M-Monochrom 
IntroducedMarch 2013May 2012Newer by 11 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Fujifilm XP200

 M-Monochrom Fujifilm XP200 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm XP200 and Leica M-Monochrom

 Fujifilm XP200 M-Monochrom 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP200 comes with exterior measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Leica M-Monochrom has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP200 versus Leica M-Monochrom in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 vs the M-Monochrom.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP200 and M-Monochrom is 90 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP200 and M-Monochrom.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP200 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Leica M-Monochrom will render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP200 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Portrait photography highlights
Leica M-Monochrom Portrait photography highlights
30
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
71
manual focus
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Street photography advice
Leica M-Monochrom Street photography advice
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
65
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Sports photography information
Leica M-Monochrom Sports photography information
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
45
resolution is good (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 as a Travel photography camera
Leica M-Monochrom as a Travel photography camera
66
weather proof
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
54
resolution is good (18MP)
lack of Timelapse function
bad battery pack (350 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Landscape photography factors
Leica M-Monochrom Landscape photography factors
45
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
58
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
resolution is good (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
screen is small (2.5")
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 as a Vlogging camera
Leica M-Monochrom as a Vlogging camera
32
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of microphone socket
9
no video recording
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica M-Monochrom Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP200 and Leica M-Monochrom
 Fujifilm FinePix XP200Leica M-Monochrom
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP200 Leica M-Monochrom
Class Waterproof Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2013-03-22 2012-05-10
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 5212 x 3472
Max native ISO 6400 10000
Minimum native ISO 100 160
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Leica M
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Amount of lenses - 59
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.5"
Resolution of display 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder magnification - 0.68x
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 32 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 232 grams (0.51 lbs) 600 grams (1.32 lbs)
Dimensions 116 x 71 x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 shots 350 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-50A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, delay, Group Timer) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $250 $7,950