Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II
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Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 113 x 67 x 46mm
- Released June 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Announced June 2013
- Older Model is Sony RX100
- Replacement is Sony RX100 III
Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Lets look closer at the Leica C-Lux versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe C-Lux was introduced 5 years later than the RX100 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the C-Lux scores versus the RX100 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are available at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C-Lux over the Sony RX100 II
C-Lux | RX100 II | |||
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Announced | June 2018 | June 2013 | Fresher by 61 months | |
Display resolution | 1240k | 1229k | Sharper display (+11k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Leica C-Lux
RX100 II | C-Lux | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica C-Lux and Sony RX100 II
C-Lux | RX100 II | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Leica C-Lux versus Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the C-Lux against the RX100 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the C-Lux and RX100 II is 85 and 89 respectively.
Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and RX100 II.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher C-Lux is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Leica C-Lux | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica C-Lux | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2018-06-10 | 2013-06-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,240 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 grams (0.75 lb) | 281 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,050 | $598 |