Leica X1 vs Sony W610

In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica X1 versus Sony W610, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the X1 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is very similar but the X1 (APS-C) and W610 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The X1 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the W610 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X1 grades versus the W610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica X1 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica X1 features outside measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Leica X1 versus Sony W610 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the X1 versus the W610.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1 and W610 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X1 and W610.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W610 will offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged X1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.