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Leica X Vario vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1


Both camera have approx same price tag, Sony RX1 features Full Frame Sensor with Bright F2.0 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T lens with macro compatibility, Leica X vario features APS-C sensor and Newly developed Vario lens: Leica ELMAR 1:3.5-6.4/18-46mm lens, take a look at the specification comparison below

Sensor
Sony RX1 is the world’s first fixed-lens digital camera theta comes with 24.3MP 35mm Exmor CMOS full-frame sensor.
Leica X Vario  have APS-C size sensor features a resolution of 16.1MP

Sony RX1 features maximum selectable ISO setting is 25600.
Leica offers an Max ISO sensitivity of 12500.

Lens
Leica features Vario-Elmar 28-70mm f/3.5-6.4 ASPH Zoom Lens, you get 2.5X zoom lens with Leica X vario, the macro range starts from 30cm.

Sony Sony RX1 features fixed Carl Zeiss f/2.0 Sonnar T* lens. The lens features a wide maximum aperture of f/2.0 with 9 iris blades, The lens’s macro capabilities allow focusing down to 5.5″ (14 cm). T* coating also reduces ghost and flare caused by light reflection.

Continuous shooting speed
Sony RX1 gives you 24MP @ 5fps high-speed continuous shooting and 14-bit RAW image data recording.
Leica X Vario can capture of up to 8 images at a rate of 3-5fps in DNG + JPEG fine quality.

Image Stabilization
Sony RX1 features SteadyShot Image Stabilization (sensor based), Leica doesn’t have Image Stabilization.

Video
The RX1 can record video in Full HD 1920x1080p at 24, 25, 50 and 60 frames per second. For AVCHD: 28Mbps (1920×1080, 60p/50p), 24Mbps FX (1920×1080, 60i/50i), 17Mbps FH (1920×1080, 60i/50i), 24Mbps FX (1920×1080, 24p/25p), 17Mbps FH (1920×1080, 24p/25p). For MP4: 12Mbps (1440×1080, 30fps/25fps), Video features include manual controls, an audio input jack and a multi interface shoe for mounting an external microphone or other accessories

Leica X Vario Capture HD 1920×1080 video at 30fps with sound at the touch of a button. The integrated wind-cut filter ensures outstanding audio clarity. Videos can be saved in MP4 format

Display:
Sony features High resolution display compared to Leica X vario.

Size and Weight
Sony RX1 is smaller and lightweight compared to Leica X vario.

Verdict: Based on Specification Comparison review, we highly Recommend you to buy Sony RX1 .

Price and Buying Links

Sony RX1 Leica X Vario
   

Leica X Vario vs Nikon coolpix A

Leica X Vario vs Nikon coolpix A, Leica X features almost same core specification as coolpix A, take a look at the major specification below and share your thoughts with us.

Sensor, Image processor and ISO

Both Leica X Vario and Nikon coolpix A features same resolution and APS-C sensor.

The Nikon coolpix A uses APS-C size sensor and EXPEED 2 processing engine the same one used in Nikon D-SLR cameras, Mo low-pass filter available in coolpix A so you get more sharpness and extremely fine detail. We also have Micro-lenses located above the sensor are arranged to produce natural, edge-to-edge sharpness.

ISO range of Nikon coolpix A touches upto 25600, Leica X Vario limited upto 12500.

Lens and Aperture

NIKKOR prime lens features a focal length of 18.5mm (35mm equivalent: 28mm) for wide-angle shooting, as well as a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture.

Leica X vario features Vario-Elmar 28-70mm f/3.5-6.4 ASPH Zoom Lens (35mm Equiv) , it give you more range but the camera size also increases.

Nikon coolpix A features Image Stabilization and fast F2.8 aperture so you get better low-light performance with Nikon Coolpix A.

Nikon coolpix A features better macro mode compared to Leica X Vario.

Contrast Based AF System

Both camera uses Contrast detect AF system.

Display

Both features same type of display unit – 3.0″ 920k-Dot, Wide-Angle LCD Monitor

Verdict: Both camera features almost same core specification, with Nikon coolpix A you save $1754 (approx), Leica features 2.5X optical zoom + Big body (due to fixed zoom lens) and cost approx $2850K.

Current Price / Buying Links

Nikon Coolpix A Leica X Vario
   

Leica X vario vs Fujifilm X100S


Take a look between the comparison of Leica X vario and Fujifilm X100S, the Leica X vario features 16 MP, APS-C CMOS image sensor and ISO 100-12500 on the other hand Fujifilm X100S features 16MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and Expandable ISO 100-25600, take a look at the Major Specification Below.

About the sensors
A large APS-C CMOS image sensor is integrated into the X100S to provide high image quality and detail. Using Fujifilm’s unique X-Trans bespoke pixel array, the sensor is designed with a randomized pixel pattern to eliminate the need of an optical low-pass filter for reducing moiré and aliasing. By removing this filter from the design, higher image sharpness is possible. Lens Modulation Optimizer (LMO) factors are also taken into account using the EXR Processor II, which helps to automatically compensate for aberrations and diffraction blur in order to produce images with the utmost inherent sharpness. The image sensor also utilizes backside illumination technology to help with the integration of phase-detection pixels into the sensor for improved autofocus performance without affecting image quality.

Not much details available about Leica X vario uses APS-C size sensor features a resolution of 16.1MP.

Lens

Fujifilm features built-in 23mm f/2 fixed focal length lens gives a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 35mm, making it more compact and easy to carry.
Leica X vario features Vario-Elmar 28-70mm f/3.5-6.4 ASPH Zoom Lens (35mm Equiv) , it give you more range but the camera size also increases.

AF System

Intelligent Hybrid AF is a quick, responsive autofocus system that employs both contrast- and phase-detection methods, focus can be attained in as little as 0.08 second.

Fujifilm offers 42 point AF system on the other hand Leica is limited to 11 point only.

ISO Range

The combination of the sensor and processor enables a native sensitivity range from ISO 200-6400, which is further expandable to ISO 100-25600. Leica Vario X offers an ISO sensitivity range of 100-12500.

Video mode

Capture HD 1920×1080 video at 30fps, In Fujifilm X100S Full HD movie recording is supported up to 1920 x 1080 at 60fps with a 36Mbps bit-rate for clear, fluid-looking videos.

Display

Both camera 3.0-inch, wide-angle LCD monitor, which has a resolution of 920k pixels.  Fujifilm X100S features hybrid viewfinder.

Verdict: Based on price and major specification difference, we highly recommend you to buy Fujifilm X100S

Price:

Fujifilm X100S Leica X Vario
   

 

Leica Mini M - Sample Images

Leica Mini M sample Images

Leica Mini M / X Vario Type 107 camera first sample images available now, Jonathan Slack posted 7 images captured via Leica Mini M  / X Vario Type 107 camera , the image quality look impressive and have too much details when viewed at 100%.

View more images at – www.slack.co.uk/slack/Paula.html

See more about Leica Mini M / Leica X Vario Type 107 camera

Leica Mini M Leaked Images and Full Specification

The actual name of the Mini M will be Leica X Vario Type 107

Our previous rumors were true, Leica Mini M image and full specification is now available, the upcoming camera will feature 16.5 Mp APS-C sensor and high-grade Leica Vario Elmar 1:3.5-6.4/18-46mm ASPH lens , the Leica Mini M will cost you approx $3.3K and comes with Adobe Lightroom (included).

Leica Mini M / Leica X Vario Type 107

  • 16.5 MP APS-C sensor
  • Leica Vario Elmar 1:3.5-6.4/18-46mm ASPH lens (28-70mm equivalent): 9 elements in 8 groups, 2 ASPH elements
  • Minimal focusing distance: 30cm
  • ISO range: 100-12,500
  • Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
  • 3″ TFT LCD with 921k dots
  • Full HD video
  • Built-in flash
  • Additional accessories will include grip, lens hood, external EVF, several different cases
  • Adobe Lightroom will be included
  • Battery capacity: 360 exposures
  • Dimensions: 133 x 73 x 95mm
  • Weight: 679g – around 24oz (with batteries)
  • Price: around 2,500 EUR / $3,309
  • Made in Germany

The Upcoming APS-C sensor based camera will cost you $3K, but on the other hand Sony RX1 with Full Frame Sensor available at $2,798 @ Amazon, Nikon Coolpix A with APS-C Sensor available at $1,096 @ Amazon.

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