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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2

Portability
71
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
54
Leica X front
 
Leica X2 front
Portability
83
Imaging
57
Features
37
Overall
49

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Key Specs

Leica X (Typ 113)
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F1.7-32.0) lens
  • 486g - 133 x 73 x 78mm
  • Released September 2014
  • Alternate Name is Typ 113
Leica X2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • No Video
  • 36mm (F2.8) lens
  • 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
  • Announced May 2012
  • Older Model is Leica X1
  • Renewed by Leica X Vario
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Leica X (Typ 113) versus Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Leica. The image resolution of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the X2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The X (Typ 113) was announced 2 years later than the X2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the X (Typ 113) grades versus the X2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica X (Typ 113) over the Leica X2

 X (Typ 113) X2 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014May 2012Fresher by 29 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Leica X (Typ 113)

 X2 X (Typ 113) 

Common features in the Leica X (Typ 113) and Leica X2

 X (Typ 113) X2 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica X (Typ 113) features outer dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Leica X2 has proportions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the X (Typ 113) versus the X2.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X (Typ 113) and X2 is 71 and 83 respectively.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 top view buttons comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X (Typ 113) and X2.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent X (Typ 113) should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 sensor size comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Portrait photography info
Leica X2 Portrait photography info
68
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
exports RAW files
can't use external flash
74
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) as a Street photography camera
Leica X2 as a Street photography camera
56
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than average (486g)
65
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Sports photography features
Leica X2 Sports photography features
47
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
good battery power (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
max fps low (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
does not have phase detect auto focus
49
decent megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
good battery power (450 shots)
fixed focal length (36mm)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Travel photography highlights
Leica X2 Travel photography highlights
62
good battery power (350 per charge)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (486g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
64
good battery power (450 CIPA)
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica X (Typ 113)
Landscape photography with Leica X2
62
manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (350 per charge)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
no Time Lapse recording
53
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (450 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Vlogging advice
Leica X2 Vlogging advice
28
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no mic socket
heavier than average (486g)
9
lack of video recording
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica X (Typ 113) and Leica X2
 Leica XLeica X2
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Leica
Model Leica X Leica X2
Alternative name Typ 113 -
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2014-09-23 2012-05-10
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23 x 15.5mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 356.5mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4928 x 3264 4928 x 3264
Highest native ISO 12500 12500
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 36mm (1x)
Maximum aperture f/1.7-32.0 f/2.8
Macro focus range 20cm 30cm
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 486g (1.07 pounds) 345g (0.76 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 73 x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 images 450 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP-DC8 -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD, SDHC, SDXC SD/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
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