Canon S110 vs Leica D-LUX 5

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon S110 versus Leica D-LUX 5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the D-LUX 5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the S110 (1/1.7") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") feature different sensor sizing.

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The S110 was released 2 years after the D-LUX 5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S110 grades versus the D-LUX 5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S110 and Leica D-LUX 5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S110 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Leica D-LUX 5 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S110 and the D-LUX 5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and D-LUX 5 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S110 and D-LUX 5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S110 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon S110 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern S110 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.