Fujifilm X100 vs Leica D-Lux 7

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X100 vs Leica D-Lux 7, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X100 was introduced 8 years before the D-Lux 7 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X100 scores versus the D-Lux 7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Leica D-Lux 7. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X100 features outer dimensions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Leica D-Lux 7 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X100 vs Leica D-Lux 7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X100 against the D-Lux 7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and D-Lux 7 is 80 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100 and D-Lux 7.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica D-Lux 7 will deliver greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.