Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25
83 Imaging
56 Features
37 Overall
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94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
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Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- No Video
- 36mm (F2.8) lens
- 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Superseded the Leica X1
- Updated by Leica X Vario
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica X2 and Panasonic FH25, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very close but the X2 (APS-C) and FH25 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The X2 was launched 17 months after the FH25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the X2 matches up versus the FH25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are available at Leica X2 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Panasonic FH25
X2 | FH25 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Leica X2
FH25 | X2 |
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Common features in the Leica X2 and Panasonic FH25
X2 | FH25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica X2 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Leica X2 and Panasonic FH25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the X2 against the FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X2 and FH25 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2 and FH25.
Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The X2 contains the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The newer X2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica X2 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Leica X2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica X2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-10 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36mm (1x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 30cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345g (0.76 pounds) | 159g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photographs | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $994 | $180 |