Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the X2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100S was unveiled 15 months later than the X2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up versus the X2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X100S & Leica X2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery & Leica X2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100S offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Leica X2 has proportions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X100S vs Leica X2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X100S versus the X2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100S and X2 is 80 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100S and X2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm X100S should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.