Leica C vs Sony WX5

The following is a complete assessment of the Leica C vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly similar but the C (1/1.7") and WX5 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The C was brought out 3 years after the WX5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the C matches up versus the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica C enjoys physical 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 Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Leica C vs Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the C vs the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the C and WX5 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and WX5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The C has got the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger C should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.