| General | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Leica | Leica |
| Model | X2 | X1 |
| Predecessor Model | Leica X1 | |
| Successor Model | Leica X Vario | Leica X2 |
| MSRP | $1,995/£1,575 (inc VAT) | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Advanced Compact | Advanced Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8 mm | 23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.5 Megapixel | 13 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16.1 Megapixel | 12.2 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 12,500 | 100 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4272 x 2856 |
| Other Resolutions | 4944 x 3272, 4288 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x1424, 1632 x 1080 | 3564 x 2160, 2144 x 1424, 1632 x 1080 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Single Face Detection Live View | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 11 | 11 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 36 mm | 35 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 1x | 1x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 30 cm | 60 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 30 cm | 30 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.70" | 2.70" |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) |
| Shutter | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/2000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 5.0 fps | 3.0 fps |
| Flash | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| 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 |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Terminals | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth |
| Environmental | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52 mm (4.88 x 2.72 x 2.05") | 124 x 60 x 32 mm (4.88 x 2.36 x 1.26") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz) | 306 g (0.67 lb / 10.79 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.8 x 8.6 x 6.5" | |
| Package Weight | 4.05 lb |
| Power and Storage | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 450 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 110 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC |
| Other | Leica X2 | Leica X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor |
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