Leica C-Lux vs Sony RX100 VII

Lets look a bit more closely at the Leica C-Lux versus Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1").

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The C-Lux was brought out 13 months prior to the RX100 VII which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the C-Lux matches up versus the RX100 VII for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C-Lux and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica C-Lux comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Leica C-Lux versus Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the C-Lux versus the RX100 VII.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and RX100 VII is 85 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and RX100 VII.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older C-Lux is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.