Fujifilm XP50 vs Leica M-E Typ 220

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Leica M-E Typ 220, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") and M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP50 was revealed 8 months before the M-E Typ 220 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP50 being a Compact camera and the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades vs the M-E Typ 220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Leica M-E Typ 220. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Leica M-E Typ 220 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP50 versus Leica M-E Typ 220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus the M-E Typ 220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and M-E Typ 220 is 93 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and M-E Typ 220.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.