• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Leica X (Typ 113) advantages over Leica X-U (Typ 113)

  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    486g vs 635g
    Lighter weight
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Leica X-U (Typ 113) advantages over Leica X (Typ 113)

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 450 vs 350 shots
    Capture more photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • 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 Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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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

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100S

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100S
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica X-U (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100S

Compared to Fujifilm X100T

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

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100T

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100T
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica X-U (Typ 113) 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

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Leica Q
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

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

Compared to Fujifilm X100F

Leica X (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100F
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica X (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100F

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100F
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica X-U (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100F

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

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100V
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica X-U (Typ 113) vs Fujifilm X100V

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