Leica X Vario vs Sony A35
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Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Succeeded the Leica X2
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Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Leica X Vario vs Sony A35, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Sony. The resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe X Vario was launched 21 months after the A35 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the X Vario scores against the A35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X Vario and Sony SLT-A35. The complete galleries are available at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Sony A35
X Vario | A35 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | September 2011 | More modern by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Leica X Vario
A35 | X Vario | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Leica X Vario and Sony A35
X Vario | A35 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica X Vario enjoys outside dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the X Vario versus the A35.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X Vario and A35 is 62 and 69 respectively.
Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X Vario and A35.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern X Vario provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica X Vario vs Sony A35 Specifications
Leica X Vario | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica X Vario | Sony SLT-A35 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-06-11 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3272 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-70mm (2.5x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 lb) | 415g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 78 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 1320 | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photographs | 440 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC8 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $2,950 | $598 |