Leica C-Lux vs Sony ZV-1 II

Below is a extensive assessment of the Leica C-Lux and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1").

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The C-Lux was released 6 years before the ZV-1 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the C-Lux scores versus the ZV-1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux and Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are provided at Leica C-Lux Gallery and Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica C-Lux has physical measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Examine the Leica C-Lux and Sony ZV-1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the C-Lux and the ZV-1 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and ZV-1 II is 85 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the C-Lux and ZV-1 II.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos though you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older C-Lux is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.