The Leica X2 is a digital large sensor compact camera announced by Leica Camera on 10 May 2012. It is the successor of the Leica X1, and improves on the earlier model with a higher resolution sensor, improved autofocus and an optionally available electronic viewfinder for easier use in bright light.[1]

Leica X2
Overview
MakerLeica
TypeLarge sensor fixed-lens camera
Lens
Lens36mm equivalent
F-numbersf/2.8 at the widest
Sensor/medium
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor size23.6 x 15.8mm (APS-C type)
Maximum resolution4928 x 3264 (16 megapixels)
Film speed100-12500
Recording mediumSD or SDHC Card
Focusing
Focus areas11 focus points
Shutter
Shutter speeds1/2000s to 30s
Continuous shooting5 frames per second
Image processing
White balanceYes
General
LCD screen2.7 inches with 230,000 dots
Body featuresAll-metal body, high-grip leather trim
Dimensions124 x 69 x 52mm (4.88 x 2.72 x 2.05 inches)
Weight345g including battery

On 16 September 2014, the Leica X-E was announced, which is identical to the X2 except the exterior colour.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Leica unveils X2 16MP premium large-sensor compact".
  2. ^ "Meet the Leica X-E, an almost-affordable APS-C compact". 19 July 2019.