Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262
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![Fujifilm X-E1 front Fujifilm X-E1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-E1/Fujifilm-X-E1-front.jpg)
![Leica M Typ 262 front Leica M Typ 262 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M-Typ-262/Leica-M-Typ-262-front.jpg)
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72 Features
35 Overall
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Launched November 2015
- Other Name is Typ 262
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M Typ 262, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and M Typ 262 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and M Typ 262 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced 3 years before the M Typ 262 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades against the M Typ 262 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Leica M Typ 262. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Leica M Typ 262 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Leica M Typ 262
Fujifilm X-E1 | M Typ 262 |
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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Fujifilm X-E1
M Typ 262 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Launched | November 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 33 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M Typ 262
Fujifilm X-E1 | M Typ 262 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Leica M Typ 262 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M Typ 262 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs the M Typ 262.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 size comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and M Typ 262 is 85 and 77 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and M Typ 262.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Leica M Typ 262 will render extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait 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 X-E1 vs Leica M Typ 262 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Leica M Typ 262 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Leica M Typ 262 |
Also Known as | - | Typ 262 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-02-28 | 2015-11-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Pro | Maestro |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5952 x 3976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Leica M |
Available lenses | 54 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lbs) | 600g (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | W126 | BP-SCL2 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $600 | $5,069 |