Leica X2 vs Panasonic LX100 II

Here, we are contrasting the Leica X2 versus Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is very well matched but the X2 (APS-C) and LX100 II (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The X2 was revealed 7 years earlier than the LX100 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the X2 matches up against the LX100 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Leica X2 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica X2 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 II has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Leica X2 versus Panasonic LX100 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the X2 versus the LX100 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X2 and LX100 II is 83 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2 and LX100 II.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X2 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic LX100 II will give you more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older X2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.