Leica X2 vs Sony RX100
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Leica X2 vs Sony RX100 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
- Succeeded the Leica X1
- Renewed by Leica X Vario
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Launched August 2012
- Successor is Sony RX100 II
Photography Glossary Leica X2 vs Sony RX100 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Leica X2 vs Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very well matched but the X2 (APS-C) and RX100 (1") have different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe X2 was manufactured 3 months earlier than the RX100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the X2 scores vs the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Sony RX100
| X2 | RX100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Leica X2
| RX100 | X2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Leica X2 and Sony RX100
| X2 | RX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2012 |  | August 2012 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Leica X2 vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica X2 offers outside measurements of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the X2 and the RX100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X2 and RX100 is 83 and 91 respectively.
Leica X2 vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X2 and RX100.
All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX100 will give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Leica X2 vs Sony RX100 Specifications
| Leica X2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica X2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-05-10 | 2012-08-28 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36mm (1x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 30cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 345 gr (0.76 lbs) | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 390 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 450 images | 330 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $994 | $448 |