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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U

Portability
80
Imaging
58
Features
50
Overall
54
Fujifilm X100S front
 
Leica X-U front
Portability
64
Imaging
60
Features
52
Overall
56

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Key Specs

Fujifilm X100S
(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
  • Revealed July 2013
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X100
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X100T
Leica X-U
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F1.7-16.0) lens
  • 635g - 140 x 79 x 88mm
  • Released January 2016
  • Additionally Known as Typ 113
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Overview

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the X-U (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100S was introduced 3 years earlier than the X-U and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X100S scores vs the X-U for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Leica X-U

 Fujifilm X100S X-U 

Reasons to pick Leica X-U over the Fujifilm X100S

 X-U Fujifilm X100S 
ReleasedJanuary 2016July 2013More recent by 30 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution920k460kClearer display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X-U

 Fujifilm X100S X-U 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100S features outside dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Leica X-U has sizing of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") having a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X-U in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X100S compared to the X-U.

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100S and X-U is 80 and 64 respectively.

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100S and X-U.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X100S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X100S as a Portrait photography camera
Leica X-U as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000 seconds)
MP count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
76
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X100S Street photography features
Leica X-U Street photography features
64
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
no image stabilization
64
screen can move to multiple angles
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (635 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X100S Sports photography factors
Leica X-U Sports photography factors
45
MP count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (35mm)
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
55
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment proofing
great battery pack (450 CIPA)
fixed focal length (35mm)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X100S Travel photography info
Leica X-U Travel photography info
67
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
62
great battery pack (450 shots)
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (635 grams)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X100S
Landscape photography with Leica X-U
63
you can focus manually
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (2.8 inch)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
no image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
63
has manual focus
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
nice screen size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
great battery pack (450 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X100S
Vlogging with Leica X-U
29
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
no external mic port
25
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (635g)
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X-U Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X100S and Leica X-U
 Fujifilm X100SLeica X-U
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X100S Leica X-U
Also called as - Typ 113
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2013-07-29 2016-01-20
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 APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.8mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4928 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 12800 12500
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 49 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35mm (1x) 35mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0 f/1.7-16.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 2.8 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 2,350k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 90 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.5x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 9.00 m 2.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Automatic, automatic/red eye reduction, on, on/red eye reduction, long-term synchronization/red eye reduction, off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/2000s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 445g (0.98 pounds) 635g (1.40 pounds)
Dimensions 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") 140 x 79 x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5")
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 images 450 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-95 BP-DC8
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $1,299 $3,495