Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Announced September 2012

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Leica M-E Typ 220, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-H1 was announced 5 years after the M-E Typ 220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-H1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades against the M-E Typ 220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-H1 & Leica M-E Typ 220. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery & Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Leica M-E Typ 220
Fujifilm X-H1 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 66 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Fujifilm X-H1
M-E Typ 220 | Fujifilm X-H1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M-E Typ 220
Fujifilm X-H1 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-H1 comes with outer dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Leica M-E Typ 220 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Leica M-E Typ 220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 and the M-E Typ 220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and M-E Typ 220 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-H1 and M-E Typ 220.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-H1 will provide you with more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-H1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Specifications
Fujifilm X-H1 | Leica M-E Typ 220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-02-14 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5212 x 3472 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 2500 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica M |
Number of lenses | 54 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673 gr (1.48 lbs) | 585 gr (1.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 787 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $0 |