Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F1.7-32.0) lens
- 486g - 133 x 73 x 78mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Additionally Known as Typ 113
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Overview
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).

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.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica X (Typ 113) over the Sigma DP2x
X (Typ 113) | DP2x | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 45 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Leica X (Typ 113)
DP2x | X (Typ 113) |
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Common features in the Leica X (Typ 113) and Sigma DP2x
X (Typ 113) | DP2x | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
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.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
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.

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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Leica X | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica X | Sigma DP2x |
Also Known as | Typ 113 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-09-23 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 12500 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-32.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 20cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash options | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 486 gr (1.07 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 73 x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP-DC8 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,502 | $699 |