Leica C vs Panasonic LX7
92 Imaging
37 Features
59 Overall
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86 Imaging
35 Features
61 Overall
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Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Released September 2013
- Also Known as Typ112
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX5
- Updated by Panasonic LX10
Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica C and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe C was manufactured 11 months after the LX7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the C grades vs the LX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Panasonic LX7
C | LX7 | |||
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Revealed | September 2013 | October 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Leica C
LX7 | C |
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Common features in the Leica C and Panasonic LX7
C | LX7 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 920k | 920k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica C has external dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Leica C and Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the C against the LX7.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the C and LX7 is 92 and 86 respectively.
Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and LX7.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Leica C to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer C will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica C vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Leica C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Also called as | Typ112 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-09-08 | 2012-10-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 pounds) | 298g (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,299 | $400 |