Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica X2 and Leica X-U side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica X2 has external dimensions of 124 x 69 x 52 mm (4.88 x 2.72 x 2.05″) and weighs 345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz) (including batteries). Leica X-U has external dimensions of 140 x 79 x 88 mm (5.51 x 3.11 x 3.46″) and weighs 635 g (1.40 lb / 22.40 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica X2 and the Leica X-U. Leica X2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 36mm thinner than Leica X-U.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica X2 and Leica X-U.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica X2 and Leica X-U.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica X2 is significantly lighter (290g ) than the Leica X-U which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the X-U, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the X2.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica X-U's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Leica X2's 2.7 screen.
Moreover, Leica X-U sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Leica X2 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-U.