Leica C vs Panasonic LX10

Lets take a deeper look at the Leica C and Panasonic LX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the C (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the C (1/1.7") and LX10 (1") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The C was announced 4 years before the LX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica C being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the C grades against the LX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica C enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic LX10 has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the C compared to the LX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and LX10 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the C and LX10.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The C using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic LX10 will provide greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged C will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.