Leica X Vario Specifications

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Model Name:	Leica X Vario (Typ 107)
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
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General
Model Number:	X Vario
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$2850.00
Street Price:	$2,950.00
Date Available:	2013-06-11
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	22.4 oz (636 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.2 x 2.9 x 3.7 in. (133 x 73 x 95 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	16.2
Sensor Format:	APS-C
Sensor size:	370.52mm² (23.60mm x 15.70mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	4.77 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.5x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	78
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	23.4
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	12.7
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	1,320
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4944 x 3274 (16.2 MP, Other), 4928 x 3274 (16.1 MP, Other), 4288 x 2856 (12.2 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 2160 (7.1 MP, Other), 2144 x 1424 (3.1 MP, Other), 1632 x 1080 (1.8 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG, .DNG RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	4.4
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (30p) 1280x720 (30p)
Movie File Format:	MP4 with stereo audio
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	Leica Vario-Elmar 18-46 mm f/3.5-6.4 ASPH; 9 elements in 8 groups including 2 aspherical lenses
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 70mm
Focal Length (actual):	18 - 46mm
Zoom Ratio:	2.55x
Aperture Range:	f/3.5 (W) / f/6.4 (T) - f/16 in 1/3EV steps
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:
Digital Zoom Values:
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detection: 1-point, 11-point, spot, face detection
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	Optional EVF 2 Electronic Viewfinder
Focus Peaking:	Yes
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	No
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	920,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	12500
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12500
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, daylight, cloud, halogen lighting, shade, electronic flash, 2 manual settings, manual color temperature setting; fine adjustment option for all settings
Shutter Speed Range:	1/2000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Multi-field, center-weighted, spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Automatic bracketing: Three pictures in graduations up to 3 EV, adjustable in 1/3 EV increments
Self Timer:	2 or 12 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, auto/Red-Eye, forced on, forced on/Red eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red eye, Studio
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	5.0
Flash Range Description:	ISO 100: 1.5m / 4 ft.
Max Flash Sync:	1/2000
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	.DNG RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	MP4 with stereo audio
Included Memory:
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	No
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	HMDI, Electronic Viewfinder Socket

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	1.13
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	1.36
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	9
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	4.4
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	7
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.30 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.143 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.43 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.040 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Full Autofocus lag, Multi-area AF mode = 0.317s
Startup Time:	1.9 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	1.8 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	3.3 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	350 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary 3.7v 1600mAh
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	Adobe Photoshop Lightroom (free download after registration)
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Fixed 28-70mm eq. f/3.5-6.4 lens, 16-megapixel APS-C sensor, up to 1080p30 videos, magnesium and aluminum body with soft leather trim. Available in black or silver.