Leica X2 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here, we are analyzing the Leica X2 versus Panasonic SZ5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very comparable but the X2 (APS-C) and SZ5 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The X2 was launched 2 months prior to the SZ5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the X2 scores vs the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica X2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica X2 provides outer measurements of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Leica X2 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the X2 compared to the SZ5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X2 and SZ5 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X2 and SZ5.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X2 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica X2 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.