Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica X1

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica X1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and X1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP200 (1/2.3") and X1 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP200 was introduced 3 years later than the X1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP200 being a Compact camera and the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP200 scores versus the X1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 and Leica X1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP200 provides outside measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Leica X1 has dimensions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP200 vs Leica X1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 compared to the X1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and X1 is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP200 and X1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP200 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm XP200 will provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.