Leica X Vario vs Panasonic LX100

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Leica X Vario vs Panasonic LX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the X Vario (16MP) and LX100 (13MP) and the X Vario (APS-C) and LX100 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The X Vario was launched 15 months earlier than the LX100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the X Vario matches up vs the LX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X Vario and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica X Vario has external 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) and the Panasonic LX100 has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the X Vario versus the LX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the X Vario and LX100 is 62 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X Vario and LX100.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X Vario due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Leica X Vario will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged X Vario will be behind in sensor technology.