Leica X Vario vs Sony A500

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Leica X Vario versus Sony A500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the X Vario (16MP) and A500 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X Vario was announced 3 years later than the A500 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X Vario grades against the A500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X Vario and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica X Vario has exterior measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sony A500 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check out the Leica X Vario versus Sony A500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the X Vario compared to the A500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and A500 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X Vario and A500.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Leica X Vario to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern X Vario provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.