Leica X2 vs Sony RX1

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica X2 versus Sony RX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the X2 (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the X2 (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The X2 was brought out 9 months before the RX1 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the X2 grades versus the RX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The entire galleries are available at Leica X2 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica X2 has got outside 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) while the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Leica X2 versus Sony RX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the X2 vs the RX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X2 and RX1 is 83 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X2 and RX1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1 will give greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.