Leica X2, announced on May 10, 2012, is a 16MP APS-C compact camera with a fixed 36mm equivalent F2.8 lens. The camera is an updated version of its X1, with the biggest changes being the use of a 16.2MP CMOS sensor and the addition of an accessory socket for adding an optional 1.44M dot ‘Viso-Flex’ electronic viewfinder.
Price | Specs | Release Date | Where to Buy
Leica X2 Price
The price for Leica X2 is $1,995.00
Leica X2 Specifications
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $1,995 / £1,575 (inc VAT) |
| Body type | |
| Body type | Large sensor compact |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 |
| Other resolutions | 4944 x 3272, 4288 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x1424, 1632 x 1080 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 16.2 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 16.5 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12500 |
| White balance presets | 5 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (2) |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Standard |
| File format |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 36 mm |
| Optical zoom | 1× |
| Autofocus |
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| Digital zoom | No |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Normal focus range | 30 cm (11.81″) |
| Macro focus range | 30 cm (11.81″) |
| Number of focus points | 11 |
| Lens mount | Unknown |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 2.7″ |
| Screen dots | 230,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Live view | No |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) |
| Photography features | |
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) |
| External flash | Yes (with Leica SF 24D, Leica SF 58 flash units) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
| Continuous drive | Yes (3 or 5 fps) |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| Videography features | |
| Microphone | None |
| Speaker | None |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC card |
| Storage included | 110 MB |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Wireless | None |
| Remote control | No |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 450 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52 mm (4.88 x 2.72 x 2.05″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | None |
Leica X2 Release Date
The Leica X2 is now available in late July, 2012.
Where to Buy Leica X2
| Store | Buy Now |
|---|---|
| Amazon | Black | Silver |
| Adorama | Black | Silver |
| B&H Photo Video | Black | Silver |