Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Older Model is Fujifilm X100
- Renewed by Fujifilm X100T
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- No Video
- 35mm (F2.8) lens
- 306g - 124 x 60 x 32mm
- Introduced December 2009
- New Model is Leica X2
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and X1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X100S was manufactured 3 years after the X1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X100S scores against the X1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X100S & Leica X1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100S Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Leica X1
Fujifilm X100S | X1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | December 2009 | More modern by 44 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica X1 over the Fujifilm X100S
X1 | Fujifilm X100S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X1
Fujifilm X100S | X1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X100S enjoys physical measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Leica X1 has measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X100S and Leica X1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X100S versus the X1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100S and X1 is 80 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100S and X1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X100S to produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X100S is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X1 Specifications
Fujifilm X100S | Leica X1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm X100S | Leica X1 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-07-29 | 2009-12-18 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4272 x 2856 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 30cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,350 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 306g (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") | 124 x 60 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,299 | $1,495 |