Canon N vs Leica D-LUX 5

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon N and Leica D-LUX 5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the D-LUX 5 (10MP) is very close but the N (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") feature different sensor measurements.

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The N was announced 2 years later than the D-LUX 5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the N matches up against the D-LUX 5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N & Leica D-LUX 5. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon N enjoys physical dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Leica D-LUX 5 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the N against the D-LUX 5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and D-LUX 5 is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the N and D-LUX 5.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Canon N will result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern N provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.