Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X100
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X100T
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 113 x 67 x 46mm
- Launched June 2018
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In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X100S and Leica C-Lux, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the C-Lux (20MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X100S (APS-C) and C-Lux (1") possess different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X100S was introduced 5 years before the C-Lux and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up against the C-Lux when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X100S & Leica C-Lux. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery & Leica C-Lux Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Leica C-Lux
| Fujifilm X100S | C-Lux |
|---|
Reasons to pick Leica C-Lux over the Fujifilm X100S
| C-Lux | Fujifilm X100S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2018 |  | July 2013 | Fresher by 59 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 1240k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+780k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Leica C-Lux
| Fujifilm X100S | C-Lux | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X100S features outer measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Leica C-Lux has dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X100S and Leica C-Lux in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X100S compared to the C-Lux.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100S and C-Lux is 80 and 85 respectively.
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100S and C-Lux.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X100S with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica C-Lux will show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X100S will be behind in sensor tech.
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica C-Lux Specifications
| Fujifilm X100S | Leica C-Lux | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
| Model type | Fujifilm X100S | Leica C-Lux |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-07-29 | 2018-06-10 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0 | f/3.3-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,240 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,350 thousand dot | 2,330 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 90% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.00 m | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lb) | 340 grams (0.75 lb) |
| Dimensions | 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") | 113 x 67 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 330 photographs | 370 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $1,299 | $1,050 |