Leica C vs Panasonic XS1

Let's look much closer at the Leica C and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the C (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and XS1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The C was unveiled 9 months after the XS1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the C scores versus the XS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Leica C features exterior measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the C compared to the XS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the C and XS1 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and XS1.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The C having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic XS1 will produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger C will have an advantage in sensor tech.