Leica X Vario weighs
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz) and has external dimensions of
133 x 73 x 95 mm (5.24 x 2.87 x 3.74″). Considering that the average weight of Large Sensor Compact type cameras is 402g, Leica X Vario is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 95mm, it is not small either, 38mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
Large Sensor Compact Cameras
Thickness Comparison
Large Sensor Compact Cameras
Here is the front and top view image of Leica X Vario with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Leica X Vario Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Leica X Vario, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Leica X Vario Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Leica X Vario size with the camera that it replaced: Leica X2 (Check X Vario vs ). Leica X2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 43mm thinner than Leica X Vario.
Comparison image of Leica X Vario and Leica X2 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Leica X Vario with its main competitors:
Leica X Vario Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Leica X Vario doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.