Leica X2 vs Sony A550
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Leica X2 vs Sony A550 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
- Introduced May 2012
- Previous Model is Leica X1
- Later Model is Leica X Vario
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 632g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Released December 2009
- Old Model is Sony A100
Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica X2 versus Sony A550, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the A550 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe X2 was introduced 2 years after the A550 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the X2 scores versus the A550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica X2 Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Sony A550
X2 | A550 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | December 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A550 over the Leica X2
A550 | X2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Leica X2 and Sony A550
X2 | A550 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica X2 provides external dimensions 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 Sony A550 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).
Look at the Leica X2 versus Sony A550 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the X2 compared to the A550.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2 and A550 is 83 and 63 respectively.
Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X2 and A550.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Leica X2 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern X2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Leica X2 vs Sony A550 Specifications
Leica X2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica X2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-05-10 | 2009-12-09 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 36mm (1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 30cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) | 632 grams (1.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 807 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photographs | 480 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $994 | $749 |