Canon A2100 IS vs Leica Digilux 3

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A2100 IS vs Leica Digilux 3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and Digilux 3 (7MP) and the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The A2100 IS was released 2 years later than the Digilux 3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon A2100 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica Digilux 3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A2100 IS grades vs the Digilux 3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Leica Digilux 3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Leica Digilux 3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS has physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Leica Digilux 3 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon A2100 IS vs Leica Digilux 3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the A2100 IS vs the Digilux 3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and Digilux 3 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and Digilux 3.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A2100 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Canon A2100 IS will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher A2100 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.