Leica C-Lux vs Sigma SD9

On this page, we will be comparing the Leica C-Lux and Sigma SD9, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Leica and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the C-Lux (1") and SD9 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The C-Lux was launched 15 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the C-Lux scores against the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C-Lux and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica C-Lux has got physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Examine the Leica C-Lux and Sigma SD9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the C-Lux compared to the SD9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and SD9 is 85 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C-Lux and SD9.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C-Lux due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Leica C-Lux will give extra detail utilizing its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent C-Lux should have a benefit in sensor innovation.