Fujifilm X100T vs Leica X-U

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X100T and Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100T (16MP) and the X-U (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100T was unveiled 16 months prior to the X-U making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X100T grades against the X-U when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X100T and Leica X-U. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100T Gallery and Leica X-U Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X100T has got external dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 52mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Leica X-U has measurements of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") and a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X100T and Leica X-U in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X100T compared to the X-U.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100T and X-U is 80 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100T and X-U.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X100T is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.