• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 18.00mm - 50.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Leica X (Typ 113) advantages over Nikon DL18-50

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.79 vs 2.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 350 vs 290 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Nikon DL18-50 advantages over Leica X (Typ 113)

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Less expensive
    $850 vs $2295 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • More telephoto lens reach
    50 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    57 mm vs 78 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    365g vs 486g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.8 vs 16.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    18 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    120 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X100S

Leica X (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100S
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Larger lens aperture
  • More dots on screen
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

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Nikon DL18-50
Fujifilm X100S
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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Compared to Fujifilm X100T

Leica X (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100T
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100T

Nikon DL18-50
Fujifilm X100T
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon DL18-50 vs Fujifilm X100T

Compared to Leica Q

Leica X (Typ 113)
Leica Q
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Internal flash
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica Q

Nikon DL18-50
Leica Q
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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Compared to Leica X-U (Typ 113)

Leica X (Typ 113)
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • HDMI out
  • Lighter weight
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Leica X-U (Typ 113)

Nikon DL18-50
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger sensor

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Compared to Fujifilm X100V

Leica X (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100V
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100V

Nikon DL18-50
Fujifilm X100V
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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