Leica C-Lux vs Sony W650

On this page, we are evaluating the Leica C-Lux vs Sony W650, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and W650 (16MP) and the C-Lux (1") and W650 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The C-Lux was revealed 6 years later than the W650 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the C-Lux matches up vs the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C-Lux & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are provided at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica C-Lux offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Leica C-Lux vs Sony W650 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the C-Lux against the W650.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and W650 is 85 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and W650.

As you can see, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The C-Lux using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica C-Lux will offer greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern C-Lux will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.