Leica X Vario vs Sony RX100

Here is a extended review of the Leica X Vario vs Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very close but the X Vario (APS-C) and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The X Vario was released 10 months later than the RX100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X Vario matches up against the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X Vario and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica X Vario enjoys outside 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 Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the X Vario versus the RX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and RX100 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the X Vario and RX100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X Vario because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent X Vario will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.