Leica X-U vs Sony RX100 V

The following is a detailed assessment of the Leica X-U and Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the X-U (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is pretty similar but the X-U (APS-C) and RX100 V (1") posses different sensor sizes.

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The X-U was brought out 8 months earlier than the RX100 V and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the X-U scores against the RX100 V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X-U & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are available at Leica X-U Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica X-U enjoys physical dimensions of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") along with a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Leica X-U and Sony RX100 V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X-U against the RX100 V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-U and RX100 V is 64 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X-U and RX100 V.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X-U featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 V will deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged X-U is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.