Fujifilm X70 vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X70 vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the Fujifilm X70 (APS-C) and D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X70 was announced 16 months after the D-Lux Typ 109 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X70 grades vs the D-Lux Typ 109 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X70 & Leica D-Lux Typ 109. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X70 Gallery & Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X70 provides physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X70 vs Leica D-Lux Typ 109 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X70 vs the D-Lux Typ 109.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X70 and D-Lux Typ 109 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X70 and D-Lux Typ 109.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X70 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X70 will give more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.