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Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F

Portability
83
Imaging
57
Features
37
Overall
49
Leica X2 front
 
Sony ZV-1F front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
70
Overall
62

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs

Leica X2
(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
  • Revealed May 2012
  • Earlier Model is Leica X1
  • Replacement is Leica X Vario
Sony ZV-1F
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 20mm (F2) lens
  • 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
  • Launched October 2022
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Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is very close but the X2 (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The X2 was released 11 years prior to the ZV-1F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X2 matches up vs the ZV-1F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Sony ZV-1F

 X2 ZV-1F 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Leica X2

 ZV-1F X2 
LaunchedOctober 2022May 2012Fresher by 126 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3.00"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution922k230kCrisper display (+692k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica X2 and Sony ZV-1F

 X2 ZV-1F 

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica X2 offers outer 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 ZV-1F has proportions of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the X2 compared to the ZV-1F.

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X2 and ZV-1F is 83 and 89 respectively.

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F top view buttons comparison

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X2 and ZV-1F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X2 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1F will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older X2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F sensor size comparison

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder

Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica X2 Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-1F Portrait photography factors
74
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
supports RAW files
58
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Leica X2 Street photography advice
Sony ZV-1F Street photography advice
65
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
74
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is decent (1")
includes touch focus
lighter than competition (256 grams)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Leica X2 Sports photography advice
Sony ZV-1F Sports photography advice
49
MP count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
great battery pack (450 per charge)
can't change focal length (36mm)
low frames per second (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
61
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (16.0 frames/s)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
includes tracking autofocus
great battery (360 shots)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica X2 Travel photography features
Sony ZV-1F Travel photography features
64
great battery pack (450 per charge)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
87
great battery (360 per charge)
lighter than competition (256g)
connects via bluetooth
includes touch focus
good MP (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
fast maximum aperture (f2)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica X2 Landscape photography details
Sony ZV-1F Landscape photography details
53
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
great battery pack (450 shots)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of image stabilization
missing Time Lapse recording
56
fast maximum aperture (f2)
screen is a good size (3.00")
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is decent (1")
great battery (360 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica X2 Vlogging information
Sony ZV-1F Vlogging information
9
no video recording
82
fast maximum aperture (f2)
selfie friendly screen
has touchscreen
includes face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone socket
lighter than competition (256 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Leica X2 vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica X2 and Sony ZV-1F
 Leica X2Sony ZV-1F
General Information
Brand Leica Sony
Model type Leica X2 Sony ZV-1F
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-05-10 2022-10-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4928 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 12500 12800
Highest boosted ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 11 425
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36mm (1x) 20mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8 f/2
Macro focusing distance 30cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3.00 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 16.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution None 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 345 gr (0.76 pounds) 256 gr (0.56 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 450 images 360 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $994 $499