Leica X Vario vs Panasonic GX1

Below is a detailed review of the Leica X Vario versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty close but the X Vario (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The X Vario was announced 17 months later than the GX1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X Vario scores against the GX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X Vario & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Leica X Vario enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica X Vario versus Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the X Vario compared to the GX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and GX1 is 62 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X Vario and GX1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The X Vario provides the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more modern X Vario provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.