Leica X1 vs Nikon D2Xs

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Leica X1 versus Nikon D2Xs, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the X1 (12MP) and the D2Xs (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The X1 was unveiled 3 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the X1 matches up vs the D2Xs when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X1 & Nikon D2Xs. The full galleries are viewable at Leica X1 Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Leica X1 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Xs has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the X1 versus the D2Xs.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1 and D2Xs is 89 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1 and D2Xs.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent X1 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.