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Leica X2 vs Panasonic LX15

The Leica X2 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX15 (labelled Panasonic LX10 in some countries) are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in May 2012 and September 2016. Both the X2 and the LX15 are fixed lens compact cameras that are based on an APS-C (X2) and an one-inch (LX15) sensor. The Leica has a resolution of 16.1 megapixels, whereas the Panasonic provides 20 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Leica X2
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Panasonic LX15
Leica X2   Panasonic LX15
Fixed lens compact camera Fixed lens compact camera
36mm f/2.8 24-72mm f/1.4-2.8
16.1 MP – APS-C sensor 20 MP – 1" sensor
no Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 100-12,500 ISO 125-12,800 (80 - 25,600)
Viewfinder optional No viewfinder, LCD framing
2.7" LCD – 230k dots 3.0" LCD – 1040k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting touchscreen
5 shutter flaps per second 10 shutter flaps per second
no shake reductionIn-body stabilization
450 shots per battery charge260 shots per battery charge
124 x 69 x 52 mm, 345 g 106 x 60 x 42 mm, 310 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Leica X2 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX15? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Leica X2 and the Panasonic LX15 is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Both cameras are available in two different colors (black, silver).

Size Leica X2 vs Panasonic LX15
Compare X2 versus LX15 top
Comparison X2 or LX15 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Panasonic LX15 is notably smaller (26 percent) than the Leica X2. Moreover, the LX15 is markedly lighter (10 percent) than the X2. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the X2 nor the LX15 are weather-sealed.

Concerning battery life, the X2 gets 450 shots out of its Leica BP-DC8 battery, while the LX15 can take 260 images on a single charge of its Panasonic DMW-BLH7 power pack. The power pack in the LX15 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Leica X2 124 mm 69 mm 52 mm 345 g 450 i May 2012 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Panasonic LX15 106 mm 60 mm 42 mm 310 g 260 i Sep 2016 US$ 699 amazon.com
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Canon G5 X 112 mm 76 mm 44 mm 353 g 210 i Oct 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon G7 X Mark II 106 mm 61 mm 42 mm 319 g 265 i Feb 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A1 117 mm 67 mm 39 mm 330 g 350 i Sep 2013 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E2 129 mm 75 mm 37 mm 350 g 350 i Oct 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Fujifilm X100S 127 mm 74 mm 54 mm 445 g 330 i Jan 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Leica T 134 mm 69 mm 33 mm 384 g 400 i Apr 2014 US$ 1 849ebay.com
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Leica TL 134 mm 69 mm 33 mm 384 g 400 i Nov 2016 US$ 1 695ebay.com
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Leica X1 124 mm 60 mm 32 mm 306 g 260 i Sep 2009 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Leica X Vario 133 mm 73 mm 95 mm 680 g 450 i Jun 2013 US$ 2 849ebay.com
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Leica X Typ 113 133 mm 73 mm 78 mm 486 g 350 i Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon Coolpix A 111 mm 64 mm 40 mm 299 g 230 i Mar 2013 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ90 112 mm 67 mm 41 mm 322 g 380 i Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ100 111 mm 65 mm 44 mm 312 g 300 i Jan 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ200 111 mm 65 mm 45 mm 340 g 370 i Feb 2018 US$ 799 amazon.com
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Ricoh GR 117 mm 61 mm 35 mm 245 g 290 i Apr 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The LX15 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 65 percent) than the X2, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Leica X2 features an APS-C sensor and the Panasonic LX15 an one-inch sensor. The sensor area in the LX15 is 69 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 2.7. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2. The LX15 has the particularity of featuring a switch that allows to toggle between multiple aspect ratios, while maintaining the same field of view and full image resolution.

Leica X2 and Panasonic LX15 sensor measures

Despite having a smaller sensor, the LX15 offers a higher resolution of 20 megapixels, compared with 16.1 MP of the X2. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 2.41μm versus 4.79μm for the X2). However, it should be noted that the LX15 is much more recent (by 4 years and 4 months) than the X2, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently.

The resolution advantage of the Panasonic LX15 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the LX15 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Leica X2 are 24.6 x 16.3 inches or 62.6 x 41.5 cm for good quality, 19.7 x 13.1 inches or 50.1 x 33.2 cm for very good quality, and 16.4 x 10.9 inches or 41.7 x 27.6 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Leica X2 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 12500. The corresponding ISO settings for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX15 are ISO 125 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-25600.

In terms of underlying technology, the X2 is build around a CMOS sensor, while the LX15 uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

X2 versus LX15 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Leica X2 APS-C 16.1 4928 3264i23.212.4127574
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Panasonic LX15 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p21.912.031562
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Canon G5 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.412.347162
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Canon G7 X Mark II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.811.926062
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Fujifilm X-A1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.412.6139076
6.
 
Fujifilm X-E2 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.412.6140077
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Fujifilm X100S APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.312.5132975
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Leica T APS-C 16.2 4944 32781080/30p23.012.7108275
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Leica TL APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.913.2169081
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Leica X1 APS-C 12.2 4272 2856i22.611.8103769
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Leica X Vario APS-C 16.1 4928 32721080/30p23.412.7132078
12.
 
Leica X Typ 113 APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.612.8149178
13.
 
Nikon Coolpix A APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.413.8116480
14.
 
Panasonic TZ90 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p19.110.610636
15.
 
Panasonic TZ100 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.555970
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Panasonic TZ200 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.012.244964
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Ricoh GR APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.613.597278
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The LX15 indeed provides for movie recording, while the X2 does not. The highest resolution format that the LX15 can use is 4K/30p.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The X2 and the LX15 are similar in the sense that neither of the two has a viewfinder. The images are, thus, framed using live view on the rear LCD. That said, the X2 can be equipped with an optional viewfinder – the EVF 2. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Leica X2, the Panasonic LX15, and comparable cameras.

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Leica X2optional i2.7 / 230 fixed i 1/2000s 5.0/s i i
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Panasonic LX15i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Canon G5 X2360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/2000s 5.9/s i i
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Canon G7 X Mark IIi i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A1i i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.6/s i i
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Fujifilm X-E22360 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X100S2360 i2.8 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Leica Toptional i3.7 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Leica TLoptional i3.7 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Leica X1i i2.7 / 230 fixed i 1/2000s 3.0/s i i
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Leica X Variooptional i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/2000s 5.0/s i i
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Leica X Typ 113optional i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/2000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon Coolpix Aoptional i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/2000s 4.0/s i i
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Panasonic TZ901166 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic TZ1001166 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic TZ2002330 i3.0 / 1240 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Ricoh GRoptional i3.0 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The LX15 has a touchscreen, while the X2 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The LX15 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the X2 does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the LX15 is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Panasonic LX15 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The LX15 is equipped with a zoom lens, while the X2 comes with a built-in prime. The LX15 has a 24-72mm f/1.4-2.8 optic and the X2 offers a 36mm f/2.8 (focal lengths in full frame equivalent terms). Hence, the Panasonic provides a wider angle of view at the short end, as well as more tele-photo reach at the long end than the Leica. The LX15 offers the faster maximum aperture.

The X2 writes its imaging data to SDHC cards, while the LX15 uses SDXC cards. The LX15 supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the X2 cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Leica X2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX15 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Leica X2ii / iiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic LX15istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon G5 Xistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon G7 X Mark IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-E2istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X100Sistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Leica Tistereo / monoiii2.0iii
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Leica TListereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Leica X1ii / iiimini2.0iii
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Leica X Varioistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Leica X Typ 113istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon Coolpix Aistereo / monoiii2.0iii
14.
 
Panasonic TZ90istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
15.
 
Panasonic TZ100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
16.
 
Panasonic TZ200istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
17.
 
Ricoh GRimono / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the X2 has a hotshoe, while the LX15 does not. This socket makes it possible to easily attach optional accessories, such as an external flash gun.

The LX15 is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Panasonic. In contrast, the X2 has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on ebay). There has not been a direct replacement model for the X2 from Leica. Further information on the features and operation of the X2 and LX15 can be found, respectively, in the Leica X2 Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic LX15 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Which of the two cameras – the Leica X2 or the Panasonic LX15 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

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Reasons to prefer the Leica X2:

  • Better image quality: Features bigger pixels on a larger sensor for higher quality imaging.
  • Richer colors: The pixel size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger pixels capture a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger pixels means good image quality even under poor lighting.
  • More framing options: Can be equipped with a hotshoe-mounted accessory-viewfinder.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (450 versus 260) on a single battery charge.
  • Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
  • More prestigious: Has the Leica luxury appeal, which ensures a high resale price.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in May 2012).

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Arguments in favor of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX15:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (20 vs 16.1MP), which boosts linear resolution by 11%.
  • Flexible image proportions: Has a multi-aspect sensor that allows for alternative image shapes.
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 4K/30p video.
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.7") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 230k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/4000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (10 vs 5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • Better light gathering: Has a lens with a wider maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/2.8).
  • Wider view: Has a wider-angle lens that facilitates landscape or interior shots.
  • More compact: Is smaller (106x60mm vs 124x69mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (65 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More modern: Reflects 4 years and 4 months of technical progress since the X2 launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the LX15 is the clear winner of the contest (21 : 9 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

X2 09:21 LX15

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Leica X2 and the Panasonic LX15 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Prime Lens Compact Camera and Best Travel-Zoom Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the X2 and the LX15 in practical situations. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Leica X23/5......3/54/5 May 2012 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Panasonic LX15..+ +4/581/1004/54.5/5 Sep 2016 US$ 699 amazon.com
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Canon G5 X5/5+ +..78/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon G7 X Mark II4.5/5+ +..81/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A1........4.5/54.5/5 Sep 2013 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E24/5....80/1004.5/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Fujifilm X100S5/5+ +..81/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Leica T3/5......4/54/5 Apr 2014 US$ 1 849ebay.com
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Leica TL..........4/5 Nov 2016 US$ 1 695ebay.com
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Leica X13/5....+..4/5 Sep 2009 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Leica X Vario3/5......4/54/5 Jun 2013 US$ 2 849ebay.com
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Leica X Typ 1133.5/5......3.5/54/5 Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon Coolpix A4/5+..75/1004/54/5 Mar 2013 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ90..+ +4/5..4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ1004.5/5+ +..82/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ200..+ +4.5/581/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 799 amazon.com
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Ricoh GR5/5....79/1004.5/54.5/5 Apr 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Leica X2 vs Panasonic LX15

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera Fixed lens compact camera
Camera Lens 36mm f/2.8 24-72mm f/1.4-2.8
Launch Date May 2012 September 2016
Launch Price USD 1,999 USD 699
Sensor Specs Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
Sensor Technology CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor 1" Sensor
Sensor Size 23.7 x 15.6 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm
Sensor Area 369.72 mm2 116.16 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.4 mm 15.9 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 2.7x
Sensor Resolution 16.1 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4928 x 3264 pixels 5472 x 3648 pixels
Pixel Pitch 4.79 μm 2.41 μm
Pixel Density 4.35 MP/cm2 17.18 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability no Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 12,500 ISO 125 - 12,800 ISO
ISO Boost no Enhancement 80 - 25,600 ISO
Screen Specs Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
Viewfinder Type Viewfinder optional no viewfinder
LCD Framing Live View
Rear LCD Size 2.7inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 230k dots 1040k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Touch Input no Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 10 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterno E-Shutterup to 1/16000s
Time-Lapse Photographyno IntervalometerIntervalometer built-in
Image Stabilizationno shake reductionIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDHC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support no UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
External Flash Hotshoe no Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI micro HDMI
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Body Specs Leica X2 Panasonic LX15
Battery Type Leica BP-DC8 Panasonic DMW-BLH7
Battery Life (CIPA)450 shots per charge260 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 124 x 69 x 52 mm
(4.9 x 2.7 x 2.0 in)
106 x 60 x 42 mm
(4.2 x 2.4 x 1.7 in)
Camera Weight 345 g (12.2 oz) 310 g (10.9 oz)
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