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Leica X2 vs Leica X Vario
Leica X2
Camera summary
The Leica X2, made by Leica, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on May 10, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
1.8 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.4 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.3 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Leica X1, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Leica X1
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Leica X Vario, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Leica X Vario
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Leica X Vario
Camera summary
The Leica X Vario, made by Leica, is a powerful Large sensor compact camera. Announced on June 11, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
1.8 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.4 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Leica X2, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Leica X2
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 450 shots per charge with the included BP-DC8 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | No |
No |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | No |
No |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Connectivity |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 23.4 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 12.7 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 1320.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 78.0 |
Exposure mode |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | May 10, 2012 | June 11, 2013 |
| Body type | Large sensor compact | Large sensor compact |
| brand | Leica | Leica |
| msrp | $1,579.95 | $2,950.00 |
| model | Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Predecessor model | Leica X1 | Leica X2 |
| Successor model | Leica X Vario | |
Lense |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 30cm | n/a |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| AE bracketing | No |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
| Flash range | n/a | n/a |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 5.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | No |
No |
Physical |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Battery life | 450 shots | 450 shots |
| Battery model | - | BP-DC8 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52mm | 133 x 73 x 95mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 345 grs | 680 grs |
Screen |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 230 | 920 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4928 x 3272 |
| Max native ISO | 12500 | 12500 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8 mm | 23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | - | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | - | MPEG-4 |
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Viewfinder |
Leica X2 | Leica X Vario |
| viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |