Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x

Let's look more closely at the Leica X (Typ 113) and Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X (Typ 113) was revealed 3 years after the DP2x which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the X (Typ 113) grades versus the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica X (Typ 113) offers outside measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Leica X (Typ 113) and Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the X (Typ 113) compared to the DP2x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X (Typ 113) and DP2x is 71 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X (Typ 113) and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Leica X (Typ 113) to deliver more detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent X (Typ 113) will have an advantage in sensor technology.