Leica X-U vs Sony ZV-1 II

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Leica X-U and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The resolution of the X-U (16MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the X-U (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") come with different sensor size.

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The X-U was revealed 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 II which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the X-U grades vs the ZV-1 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X-U & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Leica X-U Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica X-U provides physical measurements of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") having a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") with a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the X-U vs the ZV-1 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X-U and ZV-1 II is 64 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-U and ZV-1 II.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X-U having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1 II will offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged X-U is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.