Fujifilm X100S vs Leica D-Lux 7

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X100S versus Leica D-Lux 7, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the D-Lux 7 (17MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X100S (APS-C) and D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X100S was manufactured 6 years earlier than the D-Lux 7 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X100S scores against the D-Lux 7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X100S & Leica D-Lux 7. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery & Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100S has got physical measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 7 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X100S versus Leica D-Lux 7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X100S and the D-Lux 7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100S and D-Lux 7 is 80 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100S and D-Lux 7.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X100S featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica D-Lux 7 will give you extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100S is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.