• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Leica X-U (Typ 113) advantages over Fujifilm X100V

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.77 vs 3.77 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/1.7 vs f/2.0
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject

Fujifilm X100V advantages over Leica X-U (Typ 113)

  • Less expensive
    $1399 vs $3495
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    53 mm vs 88 mm
    Thinner
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    4 years vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    478g vs 635g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 920k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    26.1 vs 16.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 12500 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

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

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X100S

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100S
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Fujifilm X100V
Fujifilm X100S
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X100T

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100T
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X100V
Fujifilm X100T
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica X (Typ 113)

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Leica X (Typ 113)
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • HDMI out
  • Lighter weight
Fujifilm X100V
Leica X (Typ 113)
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compared to Leica Q

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Leica Q
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X100V
Leica Q
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Fujifilm X100F

Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Fujifilm X100F
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X100V
Fujifilm X100F
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life
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