• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 125.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 36.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Panasonic DMC-FX48S advantages over Leica X2

  • Less expensive
    $350 vs $1995 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    125 mm vs 36 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Thinner
    21 mm vs 51 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    150g vs 345g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 36 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Leica X2 advantages over Panasonic DMC-FX48S

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.33 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.79 vs 1.53 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 450 vs 350 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    16.2 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    12500 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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
  • 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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Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX37

Panasonic DMC-FX48S
Panasonic DMC-FX37
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More pixels
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $289
  • 1/2.33 inch

Compare Panasonic DMC-FX48S vs Panasonic DMC-FX37

Leica X2
Panasonic DMC-FX37
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $289
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Leica X2 vs Panasonic DMC-FX37

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX580S

Panasonic DMC-FX48S
Panasonic DMC-FX580S
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $303
  • 1/2.33 inch

Compare Panasonic DMC-FX48S vs Panasonic DMC-FX580S

Leica X2
Panasonic DMC-FX580S
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $303
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Leica X2 vs Panasonic DMC-FX580S

Compared to Canon SD980 IS

Panasonic DMC-FX48S
Canon SD980 IS
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Longer exposure
  • $249
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Faster shutter

Compare Panasonic DMC-FX48S vs Canon SD980 IS

Leica X2
Canon SD980 IS
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $249
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Leica X2 vs Canon SD980 IS

Compared to Sigma DP1 Merrill

Panasonic DMC-FX48S
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic DMC-FX48S vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Leica X2
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen

Compare Leica X2 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Panasonic DMC-FX48S
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic DMC-FX48S vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Leica X2
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • $1534
  • APS-C

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