Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon P330

Following is a extended analysis of the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P330, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the P330 (12MP) is fairly close but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and P330 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D-LUX 5 was announced 3 years prior to the P330 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the D-LUX 5 grades against the P330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 & Nikon Coolpix P330. The whole galleries are available at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Nikon P330 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica D-LUX 5 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon P330 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P330 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the D-LUX 5 and the P330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D-LUX 5 and P330 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and P330.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-LUX 5 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon P330 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.