Canon 1000D vs Leica CL

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon 1000D and Leica CL, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and CL (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 1000D was introduced 10 years before the CL and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the 1000D scores versus the CL when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Leica CL. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Leica CL Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 1000D provides external dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Leica CL has sizing of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the 1000D against the CL.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and CL is 70 and 82 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1000D and CL.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Leica CL to offer extra detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older 1000D is going to be behind in sensor tech.