Fujifilm X100F vs Leica X1

Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm X100F versus Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X100F (24MP) and X1 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100F was manufactured 7 years after the X1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X100F scores against the X1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X100F & Leica X1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X100F Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100F provides outer dimensions of 127mm x 75mm x 52mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.0") and a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Leica X1 has specifications 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 X100F versus Leica X1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X100F compared to the X1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100F and X1 is 79 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100F and X1.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X100F to resolve greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X100F provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.