Leica X Vario vs Sony RX100 II

In this article, we are comparing the Leica X Vario versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly comparable but the X Vario (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The X Vario was introduced within a month of the RX100 II so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the X Vario matches up vs the RX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X Vario and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica X Vario provides outside dimensions 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 RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Leica X Vario versus Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the X Vario vs the RX100 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X Vario and RX100 II is 62 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X Vario and RX100 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X Vario having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX100 II will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively.