Leica C-Lux vs Leica X Vario

On this page, we are matching up the Leica C-Lux vs Leica X Vario, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Leica. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and X Vario (16MP) and the C-Lux (1") and X Vario (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The C-Lux was manufactured 5 years after the X Vario which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the C-Lux grades versus the X Vario in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux & Leica X Vario. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Leica X Vario Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Leica X Vario has proportions of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Analyze the Leica C-Lux vs Leica X Vario in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the C-Lux compared to the X Vario.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the C-Lux and X Vario is 85 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C-Lux and X Vario.

As you can see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The C-Lux due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Leica C-Lux will give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger C-Lux will have a benefit in sensor tech.