Leica X2 vs Sony A55

Here, we will be matching up the Leica X2 and Sony A55, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X2 was announced 21 months after the A55 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the X2 matches up against the A55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X2 & Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are available at Leica X2 Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica X2 comes with physical measurements of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Sony A55 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica X2 and Sony A55 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X2 vs the A55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2 and A55 is 83 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X2 and A55.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer X2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.