Leica C vs Sony HX5

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica C and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the C (1/1.7") and HX5 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizing.

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The C was launched 3 years later than the HX5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the C scores against the HX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Leica C has outside dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Leica C and Sony HX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the C vs the HX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and HX5.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica C will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer C should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.