Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon P7100

Here is a in depth analysis of the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the P7100 (10MP) is very close but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and P7100 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D-LUX 5 was brought out 17 months before the P7100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the D-LUX 5 grades versus the P7100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-LUX 5 & Nikon Coolpix P7100. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Nikon P7100 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Nikon P7100 has specifications of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-LUX 5 vs the P7100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D-LUX 5 and P7100 is 88 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D-LUX 5 and P7100.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 features the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The older D-LUX 5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.